delight in
phrasal 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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Marion delights in wearing his trademark cowboy hat - in newsconferences, in drills - anywhere.
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Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
Along the way, the screenplay aptly skewers Philippe’s type, the sort of man who delights in cooking the produce of his organic garden, pairing expensive wines with his meals, yet doesn’t know the correct temperature at which to wash a load of whites.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 22 May 2025
Legendary cinematographer Roger Deakins expertly realizes The Secret Garden's mysterious core, while Maggie Smith is — as ever — a scene-stealing delight in the role of Mrs. Medlock.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 10 May 2025
Golf fans are certain to delight in the property’s 18-hole lakeside course, with splendid views of El Yunque National Forest found all throughout the area, while the athletically-inclined are welcome to hit the tennis courts or spend an hour at the fitness center.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 5 June 2025
Along the way, the screenplay aptly skewers Philippe’s type, the sort of man who delights in cooking the produce of his organic garden, pairing expensive wines with his meals, yet doesn’t know the correct temperature at which to wash a load of whites.
—Alissa Simon, Variety, 22 May 2025
Legendary cinematographer Roger Deakins expertly realizes The Secret Garden's mysterious core, while Maggie Smith is — as ever — a scene-stealing delight in the role of Mrs. Medlock.
—Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 10 May 2025
Golf fans are certain to delight in the property’s 18-hole lakeside course, with splendid views of El Yunque National Forest found all throughout the area, while the athletically-inclined are welcome to hit the tennis courts or spend an hour at the fitness center.
—Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 31 May 2025
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“Delight in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/delight%20in. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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