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delightful

[dih-lahyt-fuhl] / dɪˈlaɪt fəl /


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Banderas provides his mentor figure with a delightful vigor, but Johnson can’t quite figure out what to do with him, or how to make Chef feel like a real person.

From Salon Aug. 12, 2026

It’s super weird, very meta and utterly delightful.

From MarketWatch Jul. 31, 2026

Fans of “The Big Bang Theory” can guess at some of the cameos-to-be, others are delightful surprises.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 22, 2026

A satisfying puzzle break: What’s a four-letter word for “Those who often hear a siren song”? Treat your brain to some delightful wordplay in today’s crossword.

From Slate Jul. 22, 2026

We had a picnic down on the bank of the Kwilu, which has the delightful odor of mud and dead fish.

From "The Poisonwood Bible" by Barbara Kingsolver




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