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as in delicious
very pleasing to the sense of taste
a luscious strawberry bursting with juice
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as in sensual
pleasing to the physical senses
luscious silk fabric that slid across her hands
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as in delightful
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the luscious thought that while she was basking on the beach, her coworkers were slaving away at the office
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Recent Examples of luscious
They were surrounded by Hawaii’s luscious greenery and its soft, sandy beaches.
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Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Best Ice Cream Graeter's French pot ice cream is creamy, luscious, and thick.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 5 May 2026
It's made with ladyfingers, plenty of strawberries, and a luscious filling of mascarpone and heavy cream.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 May 2026
This luscious concoction is something like a cooked ceviche.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 27 Apr. 2026
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Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Best Ice Cream Graeter's French pot ice cream is creamy, luscious, and thick.
—Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 5 May 2026
It's made with ladyfingers, plenty of strawberries, and a luscious filling of mascarpone and heavy cream.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 May 2026
This luscious concoction is something like a cooked ceviche.
—Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 27 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luscious
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This is blended with fresh herbs and spices, for a result that is savory and delicious.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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Our food is delicious and healthy.—
Mike Danahey,
Chicago Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Shared resources come up for review as sensual Venus in your 8th House of Intimacy squares difficult Saturn in your 5th House of Creativity.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
28 May 2026
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The Shiraz Choker best defines our aesthetic today, embodying a refined balance between structure and fluidity through a sensual, sculptural presence that feels both timeless and contemporary.—
Thomas Waller,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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Raspberries work well in a variety of desserts and dishes, especially when mixed in with other berries to create a delightful fusion of color and flavor.—
Phoebe Evans,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Domingo and Fey get snarky, a clever visual gag earns a surprise laugh, the dialogue is sharper than usual, and the main pairings get jumbled up with purposeful, delightful results.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
28 May 2026
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Bryant and Larson both master the sexy-robot-baby intonation of a very particular strain of 2000s pop, making the displacement doubly funny.—
Jesse Hassenger,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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When a sexy new lawyer, played by Brett Goldstein, begins working for her, that policy becomes well-tested.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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The dining room feels more summery—its wall of glass doors open directly onto the lush green courtyard.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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At the sentence level, its craftsmanship sings; her prose is as lush and imbued with the miraculous as it is lived-in and inviting.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
Vulture,
2 June 2026
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Which made what unfolded Saturday afternoon at UC San Diego all the sweeter.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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The whisky is sweet and enticing on the nose, with aromas of vanilla fudge, toffee, apricot jam, and a touch of fresh barley grist.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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While these platforms can strongly influence teens’ perceptions of what is desirable, parents and educators can take practical steps to reduce harm and promote healthier attitudes toward nutrition and body image.—
LeeAnn Weintraub,
Oc Register,
27 May 2026
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Front Category 1 then contained the most desirable seats within each particular category.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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The temptation to go with Krick’s more pleasant (and somehow more spiritually American) forecast is obviously great.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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Walker Buehler has been a pleasant and necessary surprise, even providing the Padres with the occasional quality start.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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“Luscious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luscious. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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