delight in
verb
delighted in; delighting in; delights in
: to be very happy because of (something) : to enjoy (something) very much
I walked slowly, delighting in the crisp autumn air.
He delights in meeting new people.
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Rustic Bakery serves light to hearty daytime delights in a bright and modern space with a back patio that feels romantic.
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Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
Expect delights in French humor and satire, drawing inspiration from the beloved French comic series Astérix and its ancient Western European setting.
—Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Save the wine for dinner and ask about the drink of the day to make the most of the talented bartenders who delight in inventing new cocktails.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
Many family members/friends and even those from the other family may delight in another reason to celebrate.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
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Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
Expect delights in French humor and satire, drawing inspiration from the beloved French comic series Astérix and its ancient Western European setting.
—Zachary Laks, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026
Save the wine for dinner and ask about the drink of the day to make the most of the talented bartenders who delight in inventing new cocktails.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
Many family members/friends and even those from the other family may delight in another reason to celebrate.
—Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 13 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for delight in
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“Delight in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delight%20in. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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