1
as in enjoyment
the feeling experienced when one's wishes are met
nothing gives me more pleasure than a hot meal after a long day
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2
as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
the new car is a real pleasure to drive
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3
as in delight
someone or something that provides amusement or enjoyment
a good-humored girl who's a pleasure to be around
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as in to delight
to give satisfaction to
a wine that is sure to pleasure even the most discriminating palate
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Recent Examples of pleasure
Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 June 2025
In an Instagram post on Monday, June 16, the celebrity chef reflected on simple pleasures while anticipating an early arrival on set.
—Erin Clements, People.com, 16 June 2025
Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Seeing the actual act of ejaculation on-screen magnifies the euphoria of this moment and how much joy can be derived from prioritizing and pleasuring yourself as well as others.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
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Noun
The 28-year-old made seven saves against Bayern Munich and still conceded double figures, having taken unpaid leave from his day job for the pleasure.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 June 2025
In an Instagram post on Monday, June 16, the celebrity chef reflected on simple pleasures while anticipating an early arrival on set.
—Erin Clements, People.com, 16 June 2025
Verb
The judge also noted that Budden wasn’t seen pleasuring himself on camera, thus exonatering him of the lewdness charge.
—Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 8 Jan. 2025
Seeing the actual act of ejaculation on-screen magnifies the euphoria of this moment and how much joy can be derived from prioritizing and pleasuring yourself as well as others.
—David Opie, IndieWire, 7 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasure
Noun
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Being mindful of the weather, staying hydrated, using reef-safe sunscreen and knowing how to identify a rip current are all practical ways to minimize risk while maximizing enjoyment.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Here, Rosenstock explains the enjoyment and challenges of breathing life and taboo fun into someone on the edge of death.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
12 June 2025
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Enjoy Basketball styles itself as a media and lifestyle brand celebrating the positivity and joy of basketball.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Today, Juneteenth has become a global celebration embraced by the African diaspora as a powerful reminder of emancipation, resilience, and joy.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
20 June 2025
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That’s why this special Juneteenth set is sure to be a delight for audiences.—
Britt Julious,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
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With their wagging tails and big smiles, the dogs have simultaneously become ambassadors for the airport, greeting passengers and adding a little delight to what can sometimes be stressful air travel.—
Kathleen Wong,
USA Today,
13 June 2025
Verb
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Politics is a service business and Trump and his Capitol Hill allies are aiming to please the customer.—
David M. Drucker,
Twin Cities,
8 June 2025
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Any shift on the key issues could topple the high-wire act needed to please House and Senate Republicans.—
Benjamin Siegel,
ABC News,
7 June 2025
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Reddit Reacts Cat lovers have joined in to share photos of their own pets doing the same—or to compliment Henry's visible contentment.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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The trajectory of presidents finding peace and contentment in retirement, surrounded by friends and family, is an appealing way for presidential biographers to end a story.—
Peter Kastor,
The Conversation,
8 May 2025
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Despite the great Roger Ebert’s own glowing review, many of his contemporaries couldn’t all see of its greatness, with many dismissing it as nonsense or mere shock entertainment.—
Mark Hughes,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2025
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Lifestyle can cover everything from dating, drama, entertainment, gossip, fashion, style, and cultural commentary to reaction videos and hotel reviews.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
21 June 2025
Verb
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Under Chapter 11, creditors, including the IRS, cannot take your primary residence to satisfy debts.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2025
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Serve up a board at a party, and have fun sampling all the different flavors with your guests, or whip up a quick flight for a drool-worthy afternoon snack that satisfies all your cravings.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
18 June 2025
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Key workforce KPIs, such as time-to-fill, turnover rates, labor costs per patient visit and patient satisfaction scores, help assess staffing effectiveness and its impact on care quality.—
Kunal Khashu,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2025
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Best in customer satisfaction: Hawaiian Airlines Hawaiian Airlines has mastered the delicate balance between operational efficiency and genuine hospitality that many larger carriers struggle to achieve.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
18 June 2025
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“Pleasure.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasure. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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