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delectable

[dih-lek-tuh-buhl] / dɪˈlɛk tə bəl /


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Over and over again, he seduces us with color, engages us with delectable subject matter, and then stuns us with his overwhelming pictorial intelligence and inventiveness.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Suzanna’s problems include the apparent near-insolvency of her father upon his death—possibly jeopardizing her studies in psychology—and the untender mercies of her mother, Susan, played with delectable evil-queen imperiousness by Linda Emond.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Creamy, sweet and packed with umami, this cheese is absolutely delectable crumbled in your favorite salads and paired with fresh fruits and preserved meats.

From Salon • Sep. 29, 2025

“Like Water for Chocolate,” has always been a delectable tale of food, love, and the power they wield when intertwined.

From Salon • Jan. 28, 2025

Regardless of its origin, the food is always delectable.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern




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