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as in joying
to feel or express joy or triumph
I delighted at the sight of my old schoolyard tormentor standing behind the fast-food counter, asking customers if they wanted fries
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as in pleasing
to give satisfaction to
the news that you had won the Pulitzer delighted us beyond words
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Recent Examples of delighting
The Dutch were the neutral’s favourites throughout World Cup 1974, their Total Football taking the game to a new level, and delighting supporters with their fluidity, high defensive line and commitment to keep on attacking.
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Michael Cox,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
The last two songs ended in all-out thrash conflagrations, delighting the slam-dancers at the center of the floor.
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Steve Knopper,
Rolling Stone,
26 June 2026
Adding secondary maturations into the bourbon lineup is likely going to divide longtime Four Roses fans, delighting some and infuriating others.
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Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
23 June 2026
Iran responded in the 64th minute with Rezaeian’s cross headed home by Mohammad Mohebi, tying the score and delighting fans.
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Iliana Limón Romero,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Spend the day paddling the spring-fed river, cooling off with a swim, or embracing the nostalgia of a place that’s been delighting visitors since the 1940s.
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Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Charlotte was seen smiling and waving to the crowds as the carriage made its way along the procession route, delighting royal watchers gathered for the annual celebration.
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Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
Chicago sent 11 batters to the plate while scoring seven times in the fifth, delighting a sellout crowd of 37,882 at Rate Field.
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CBS News,
12 June 2026
Aside from delighting the taste buds of curious tourists and hardy locals alike, lobster contributes more than $1 billion to the state’s economy.
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Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
1 July 2026
The last two songs ended in all-out thrash conflagrations, delighting the slam-dancers at the center of the floor.
—
Steve Knopper,
Rolling Stone,
26 June 2026
Adding secondary maturations into the bourbon lineup is likely going to divide longtime Four Roses fans, delighting some and infuriating others.
—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
23 June 2026
Iran responded in the 64th minute with Rezaeian’s cross headed home by Mohammad Mohebi, tying the score and delighting fans.
—
Iliana Limón Romero,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
Spend the day paddling the spring-fed river, cooling off with a swim, or embracing the nostalgia of a place that’s been delighting visitors since the 1940s.
—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
16 June 2026
Charlotte was seen smiling and waving to the crowds as the carriage made its way along the procession route, delighting royal watchers gathered for the annual celebration.
—
Stephanie Petit,
PEOPLE,
13 June 2026
Chicago sent 11 batters to the plate while scoring seven times in the fifth, delighting a sellout crowd of 37,882 at Rate Field.
—
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Aside from delighting the taste buds of curious tourists and hardy locals alike, lobster contributes more than $1 billion to the state’s economy.
—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delighting
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The Entertainer of the Year award went to Cody Johnson, triumphing over fellow nominees Luke Combs, Jelly Roll, Megan Moroney, Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen and Lainey Wilson.
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In 2025, a capacity crowd was exploding for her, the biggest star in the sport, triumphing on one of its biggest stages once again.
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When in doubt, reach for vanilla If you are torn between scent families or worried about pleasing a mix of guests, there is a fallback that has been tested across cultures.
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Summer peppers team up with goat cheese and capers in this crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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The keyboard and touchpad also worked great, with satisfying haptic feedback.
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But there is a wide variety of products that address different skin concerns, from peptide serums for wrinkles to satisfying face masks to deeply hydrated skin.
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When nutrient levels are high, feasting algae can quickly reproduce.
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Consider transplanting smaller plants farther away so that feasting birds will leave their messy droppings elsewhere.
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But that's changed in recent decades as Europe has become the fastest-warming continent on the planet.
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Minimum overnight temperatures are also warming faster than daytime maximums in the US.
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“Delighting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delighting. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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