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as in tasty
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
The portions are small, but the food is still delicious.
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Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
Upgrade your feast with carrot cake bread pudding as a delicious post-dinner sweet treat (serves 8+).
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
My friend’s Korean ramen, kicked up with kimchi and togarashi, was also insanely delicious.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Near the pop-up newsroom is Breakfast Brothers, a restaurant that delivered delicious food to our staff and visitors.
—Staff Artist, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
Upgrade your feast with carrot cake bread pudding as a delicious post-dinner sweet treat (serves 8+).
—Amy Drew Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
My friend’s Korean ramen, kicked up with kimchi and togarashi, was also insanely delicious.
—Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 26 Mar. 2026
Near the pop-up newsroom is Breakfast Brothers, a restaurant that delivered delicious food to our staff and visitors.
—Staff Artist, Dallas Morning News, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delicious
Adjective
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Other internet critics slammed his great-uncle’s creation as touristy, insisting diners could find tastier versions among the legion of copycats.—
Danielle Paquette,
Washington Post,
28 Mar. 2026
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Ever since the first caveman tricked his neighbor into trading a pile of rocks for some tasty mastodon steaks, con men have been persuading others to act against their own interests.—
Neil J. Rubenking,
PC Magazine,
27 Mar. 2026
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The irony of two men in dangerous occupations discussing clothing is a delightful Sandford touch.—
Mary Ann Grossmann,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2026
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But before the Wolverines found the second-half cruise control, the game was won in the paint where Avila, a delightful college basketball player, went head-to-head (or more like head to low neck) with Mara, a future NBA player.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
21 Mar. 2026
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Food lovers across Dallas-Fort Worth can look forward to a flavorful season as spring and summer food festivals dish out an array of cuisine.—
Alyson Rodriguez,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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This fish curry recipe is flavorful, flexible, and ready in under an hour.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
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Shared fairness makes today’s agreements durable and pleasant.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
28 Mar. 2026
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Sellers may lose out this spring Spring is usually peak season for home sales as buyers return to the housing market, and the pleasant weather raises curb appeal for sellers.—
Alison Saldanha,
Dallas Morning News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Highlights from the bar include the Astra, which comes with a blend of tequila, blackberries, edible glitter and a rock candy, and a martini flight that consists of three different martinis and a side of caviar.—
Zacharia Washington,
Dallas Morning News,
24 Mar. 2026
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The fairy-tale qualities continue as Betty shows off the contents of her bedraggled herb garden to her new ward, plucking out an edible flower for Laura to sample.—
Alison Willmore,
Vulture,
23 Mar. 2026
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Couples who approach retirement as a team often find the transition smoother and more enjoyable.—
Bruce Helmer,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
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That makes for an enjoyable ride even if the pieces don’t always fit.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
27 Mar. 2026
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Vitamins, supplements and edibles also look yummy to kids.—
Nicole Villalpando,
Austin American Statesman,
24 Mar. 2026
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Fuel up for a day on the slopes at the main restaurant, Remington Hall, which serves a yummy breakfast buffet ($36 per adult and $18 per child) as well as additional a la carte options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Mar. 2026
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Leonardo da Vinci himself couldn’t have drawn up a sweeter draw.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
29 Mar. 2026
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The regional specialty features a thin crust, a slightly sweet tomato sauce and loads of cheese — provolone-and-mozzarella or just provolone.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Delicious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delicious. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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