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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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Magnificent, with a thundering equine climax for adult delectation.
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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
Herewith, for your holiday-reading delectation, a list of 31 notable long-form pieces from 2021.
—Mark Robinson, Wired, 22 Dec. 2021
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
Herewith, for your holiday-reading delectation, a list of 31 notable long-form pieces from 2021.
—Mark Robinson, Wired, 22 Dec. 2021
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectation
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The Festival of Lights taps into our desire for familiar experiences that foster comfort and joy.Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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Throughout her campaign, Harris has found better luck with an approach rooted in pragmatism and joy.Katy Waldman, The New Yorker, 30 Oct. 2024
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Konishi’s only other enjoyment is spending time with Sacchan (Aoi Ito), a spirited young musician who works alongside him scrubbing a local bathhouse clean after hours.Richard Kuipers, Variety, 29 Oct. 2024
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The lot of the property covers a substantial area of 0.4-acre, complete with a pool for outdoor enjoyment.Bay Area Home Report, The Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2024
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The week’s biggest stories (Christina House / Los Angeles Times) A look at Kamala Harris’ roots in California Living on the same block as Harris is a delight and an annoyance, her Brentwood neighbors say.Hunter Clauss, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2024
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Garrett was eventually pulled for Ryne Stanek, who struck out Shohei Ohtani to stop the bleeding, much to the delight of the cheering fans.Jacob Lev, CNN, 18 Oct. 2024
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Serena Wiliams Serena also finds a lot of contentment and joy in her life with her husband, cofounder and investor Alexis Ohanian, Sr. (Reddit, Angel City FC).Danyel Smith, Essence, 16 Oct. 2024
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Smile Hair Clinic only provides high-quality treatments that create customer contentment.Tyler Shepherd, The Courier-Journal, 28 Sep. 2024
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Devotees dress up in their finest outfits, make offerings to Lakshmi, light fireworks and sparklers, and enjoy a sweet feast.Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 1 Nov. 2024
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Cannibals take over a Mexican restaurant on Halloween night, forcing the staff to create a grotesque feast.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 31 Oct. 2024
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The early days of a startup are indeed rough and don't offer many pleasures.Melinda Elmborg, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
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Even with your goals on the agenda, don’t overlook the pleasures that are easily within reach right now.Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Oct. 2024
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Launched in 2000, the sweet treat surrounds apple pieces and a creamy caramel filling with a golden-brown crispy exterior.Anthony Robledo, USA TODAY, 24 Oct. 2024
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Oskar Scheller/Stockholm Business Region Fika is a Swedish tradition to take a break from your day to enjoy a warm drink and sweet treat with friends.Madeline Weinfield, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2024
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Research suggests that this love style is closely tied to high levels of marital satisfaction.Mark Travers, Forbes, 26 Oct. 2024
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Another study published Monday in the journal JAMA Pediatrics reported high levels of satisfaction and low levels of regret among more than 220 young people who had accessed puberty blockers and hormone therapy as kids and teens.Brenda Goodman, CNN, 25 Oct. 2024
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“Delectation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectation. Accessed 9 Nov. 2024.
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