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delightful

[dih-lahyt-fuhl] / dɪˈlaɪt fəl /


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The willingness to build something delightful out of whatever appears.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

Is Reaves — as delightful a character and player as he’s been in regular-season action — really a reliable second option beside Doncic when the physicality ratchets up in the postseason?

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2026

Anecdotes of his immersion in local life are delightful.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

"It's the most delightful story," said Baranski of the Taylor connection.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

“Yes, a delightful little sparrow he was,” said Orddu.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander




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