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delightful

[dih-lahyt-fuhl] / dɪˈlaɪt fəl /


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Delightful characters and dialogue contribute to the appeal of Mr. Osman’s oeuvre.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 12, 2025

Ellen Brown's 1989 Washington Post article on deglazing is called "It's Delightful, It's De Lovely, It's Deglazing" and I couldn't agree with her more.

From Salon • Mar. 5, 2024

Delightful on-field exploits in recent days thrust Suzuki — who retired in 2018 with 3,089 MLB hits and a .311 batting average — back into the news.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 28, 2023

"Delightful, occasionally quite moving and always exquisitely crafted, this is a modest charmer about trying to make sense of the world either through art or other pursuits."

From BBC • May 24, 2023

“Good afternoon, young lady. Delightful weather we’re having for February, wouldn’t you say?”

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan




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