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as in tasteful
very pleasing to the sense of taste
the family sat down to a delicious Thanksgiving dinner
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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a delicious breeze gave us welcome relief from the tropical heat
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Recent Examples of delicious
Each one is a delicious journey through Kentucky’s rich history, served in Louisville’s most beautiful and historic neighborhoods, such as NuLu, Whiskey Row, and more.
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The Courier-Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
Lush landscapes, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and a unique cultural heritage all make Hawaii a must-visit destination for many travelers, but a trip to Hawaii can come with a hefty price tag — especially during peak travel seasons.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2024
Everything was delicious, but the dessert was a local nectarine, in a beautiful little platter with a cute little knife.
—Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
In addition to the sweet chili sauce, this dish is delicious with a drizzle of soy sauce or Japanese BBQ sauce.
—Shelli McConnell, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024
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The Courier-Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
Lush landscapes, beautiful beaches, delicious cuisine, and a unique cultural heritage all make Hawaii a must-visit destination for many travelers, but a trip to Hawaii can come with a hefty price tag — especially during peak travel seasons.
—Stefanie Waldek, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2024
Everything was delicious, but the dessert was a local nectarine, in a beautiful little platter with a cute little knife.
—Claudia Alarcón, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
In addition to the sweet chili sauce, this dish is delicious with a drizzle of soy sauce or Japanese BBQ sauce.
—Shelli McConnell, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicious
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Phifer, the Rome Prize–winning architect behind Glenstone, has a flair for tasteful dramatics.Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 1 Nov. 2024
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The chalet boasts twelve exceptionally spacious suites, each adorned with tasteful decor and some even have their own fireplace and terraces with valley views.Rooksana Hossenally, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Most of all, the cast this season is superb, with an incredible level of talent, memorable personalities and delightful accents.Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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Far less formal but arguably more delightful is Li Ciusoni, which takes its name from the Sardinian word for a type of gnocchi-like dumpling pasta that’s unique to the island.Ann Abel, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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When used on a short desk, Desk View just shows your torso and below, which isn’t pleasant for the viewer on the other side of the webcam in any daytime scenario.PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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But soon enough, the whole thing came to life with a feeling of pleasant clutter.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 6 Nov. 2024
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Some of the edible dioramas are larger than a television set.Jennifer Maas, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
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Instead, at the Vineyard Farmers Market, Raines sells trays of microgreens, edible seedlings of herbs and veggies, eaten raw in salads or on sandwiches.Terry Collins, USA TODAY, 4 Nov. 2024
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This holiday version of the tasty treat tweaks the mousse flavoring and cookie base.Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 7 Nov. 2024
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Each class ends with a tasty alfresco dining experience where participants chow down on their culinary creations.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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The electric thrill of Sichuan pepper works well in sweet dishes, too.Megan Zhang, Saveur, 13 Nov. 2024
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Of course, anyone with a low tolerance for sugary sweet, sometimes sticky sentimentality would want to suck on a pack of lemons afterwards.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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With this recipe up her sleeve and in her freezer, yummy dinner rolls will delight for many meals to come.Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 21 Oct. 2024
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The property offers comfortable accommodations and a yummy complimentary breakfast buffet that features a large selection of Swedish and international dishes.Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024
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The panel's high refresh rate is also a nice touch, with a peak 120Hz for gaming and media creation.Brian Westover, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
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His work garnered him a few nicknames, more followers and a nice pay bump.Kaycee Sloan, The Enquirer, 6 Nov. 2024
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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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