delight in
phrasal verb
delighted in; delighting in; delights in
: to be very happy because of (something) : to enjoy (something) very much
I walked slowly, delighting in the crisp autumn air.
He delights in meeting new people.
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The audience delighted in its steady, danceable progression.
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Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
Certainly, the dance-loving Diana would have delighted in BodyMap’s counter-cultural celebration of Lycra-heavy fashion for all ages, sizes, and genders.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2025
In adapting a Stephen King short story, director-writer Osgood Perkins clearly delights in crafting explosive, gory kills meant to spark a laugh more than terrify.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 22 Feb. 2025
The crowd delighted in their invitations, snapping selfies.
—Erica L. Green, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
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Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
Certainly, the dance-loving Diana would have delighted in BodyMap’s counter-cultural celebration of Lycra-heavy fashion for all ages, sizes, and genders.
—Alice Newbold, Vogue, 22 Feb. 2025
In adapting a Stephen King short story, director-writer Osgood Perkins clearly delights in crafting explosive, gory kills meant to spark a laugh more than terrify.
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 22 Feb. 2025
The crowd delighted in their invitations, snapping selfies.
—Erica L. Green, New York Times, 21 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for delight in
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“Delight in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delight%20in. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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