take delight

Example Sentences

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Tony Hewitt has lived in Ferryhill, County Durham, with his wife Rita for seven years and said they take delight entering the annual Ferryhill in Bloom competition.

From BBC • Jul. 31, 2025

I do not take delight in Tucker Carlson’s firing.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 26, 2023

It takes an evil person to take delight in what we’re going through.

From Fox News • Nov. 22, 2021

I always take delight in pointing out this type of arrogance to my American friends.

From New York Times • Oct. 28, 2021

I won’t get to see Lara take delight in all things carbohydrate.

From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon