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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
tourists enjoying the delectations of this tropical paradise for the first time
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as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
a musical concert was presented for the delectation of the guests
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Recent Examples of delectation
Shelly still loves the glitz (as does the film’s director, Gia Coppola, who lingers on it all with real delectation), reminiscing about her glory days in cabaret.
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Rhonda Garelick, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2025
Magnificent, with a thundering equine climax for adult delectation.
—Armond White, National Review, 28 June 2023
Six years before Die Hard’s John McClane ran barefoot over broken glass at Nakatomi Plaza, Stallone had punished himself for the audience’s delectation in First Blood, kicking off the craze for one-man-army thrillers.
—Vulture, 3 Aug. 2022
In fact, Saul is a performance artist, and what is performed upon him, for the delectation of a jaded audience, is surgery.
—The New Yorker, 3 June 2022
Harry Haft was a Polish Jew who made it through Auschwitz by fighting other inmates for the delectation of Nazi officers.
—Vulture, 9 June 2022
That episode winds up coming full circle to involve Saul and Caprice in a stunt that will put their competitors (a dervish-dancing man who has sprouted multiple ears; a woman who mutilates herself for the delectation of the elite) to shame.
—Ann Hornaday, Washington Post, 1 June 2022
That show presented the cultures of colonized peoples in Africa and Asia for the delectation of bourgeois westerners, spurring a profound counter-reaction among Asian and African intellectuals.
—Washington Post, 22 Apr. 2022
In a 1785 painting, the bend of her body and her over-the-shoulder glance invite delectation; her white garb conjures Ancient Greece or Rome.
—Cate McQuaid, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Feb. 2022
Rhonda Garelick, New York Times, 19 Jan. 2025
Magnificent, with a thundering equine climax for adult delectation.
—Armond White, National Review, 28 June 2023
Six years before Die Hard’s John McClane ran barefoot over broken glass at Nakatomi Plaza, Stallone had punished himself for the audience’s delectation in First Blood, kicking off the craze for one-man-army thrillers.
—Vulture, 3 Aug. 2022
In fact, Saul is a performance artist, and what is performed upon him, for the delectation of a jaded audience, is surgery.
—The New Yorker, 3 June 2022
Harry Haft was a Polish Jew who made it through Auschwitz by fighting other inmates for the delectation of Nazi officers.
—Vulture, 9 June 2022
That episode winds up coming full circle to involve Saul and Caprice in a stunt that will put their competitors (a dervish-dancing man who has sprouted multiple ears; a woman who mutilates herself for the delectation of the elite) to shame.
—Ann Hornaday, Washington Post, 1 June 2022
That show presented the cultures of colonized peoples in Africa and Asia for the delectation of bourgeois westerners, spurring a profound counter-reaction among Asian and African intellectuals.
—Washington Post, 22 Apr. 2022
In a 1785 painting, the bend of her body and her over-the-shoulder glance invite delectation; her white garb conjures Ancient Greece or Rome.
—Cate McQuaid, BostonGlobe.com, 8 Feb. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectation
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Think of the way Jon M. Chu, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande honed the message that Wicked was not just a remarkably successful capitalization of Broadway IP but a tribute to radical joy.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
28 Jan. 2025
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Instead of being detrimental to my mental health, as so many stereotypical wedding events frequently are, our wedding events only added to my joy.—
Lina Hidalgo,
Vogue,
27 Jan. 2025
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Great emphasis has also been placed on creating inviting open green spaces and professionally landscaped common areas with serene walking paths for outdoor enjoyment.—
Weichert REALTORS® Welch & Company,
Kansas City Star,
26 Jan. 2025
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That commitment to the bit is essential to your enjoyment of this kind of pulpy thriller, as is the fact that Apple was willing to fork out money to send Woodall and Swindell, if not around the globe, to at least several stops easily reachable by a Eurail Pass.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
22 Jan. 2025
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Identify the customer life cycle point where product delight is at its peak and the customer is happiest with your brand.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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To finally get to work with a true comedy genius at the script stage and then on set was a daily delight.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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His latest book, The Best Possible Life, draws on 2,000 years of wisdom and provides actionable insights to help readers cultivate deep contentment, joy, and confidence.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
29 Jan. 2025
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In other words, success leads to contentment, and contentment leads to downfall.—
Nirmal Chhabria,
Forbes,
27 Dec. 2024
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For Marden, February’s week-long Jorvik Viking Festival is a highlight, with traditional crafts, workshops, combat performances, and feasts taking place all over the city.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2025
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Get the recipe > Chinese Lion’s Head Meatballs Named for their impressive size, these juicy Chinese meatballs make a show-stopping addition to any festive feast.—
Megan Zhang,
Saveur,
16 Jan. 2025
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As the rodent lifted its head in pleasure, Mochinski pulled down its lower lip to expose a blade of grass stuck in its teeth.—
Gary Shteyngart,
The New Yorker,
27 Jan. 2025
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But Trump took the most pleasure teasing Miranda, who couldn’t move or speak.—
Omar L. Gallaga,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2025
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Celebrate the Year of the Snake and Fairyland’s 75th anniversary with a long weekend of festivities including arts and crafts, lion dance performances and sweet treats.—
Jackie Burrell,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
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After the Christmas festivities and Three Kings Day Parade of Barcelona's holiday season, winter travelers visiting from late January on can look forward to trying a rare winter treat.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Mets’ three-year offer in the $70 million range to Alonso has been out there for a couple of weeks now and nobody has stepped up to top it — or at least certainly not significantly enough to Alonso’s satisfaction.—
Bill Madden,
New York Daily News,
25 Jan. 2025
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By focusing on purpose, leaders can shift the emphasis from hours worked to meaningful impact and client satisfaction, building a more sustainable and rewarding work culture.—
Raquel Gomes,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
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“Delectation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectation. Accessed 5 Feb. 2025.
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