as in treats
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
a gourmet shop filled with delectables for every palate, albeit not for every pocketbook
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Recent Examples of delectables
All those delectables can be enjoy in BlueHouse’s open social areas, which include high-speed Wi-Fi and outlets at basically every seat.
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Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
In fact, Bath and Body Works joined forces with Milk Bar to launch four new fragrances inspired by the confectioner’s delectables — Cinnamon Pretzel Cookie, Raspberry Holiday Pie Bar, Peppermint Bark Truffle and Cereal Milk Soft Serve — back in October.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
Off-Piste Après Garden promises mountaintop ski-in fun with firepits, a variety of beverages and hot-off-the smoker delectables.
—Stephanie Stephens, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2025
In fact, Bath and Body Works joined forces with Milk Bar to launch four new fragrances inspired by the confectioner’s delectables — Cinnamon Pretzel Cookie, Raspberry Holiday Pie Bar, Peppermint Bark Truffle and Cereal Milk Soft Serve — back in October.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 10 Dec. 2025
Off-Piste Après Garden promises mountaintop ski-in fun with firepits, a variety of beverages and hot-off-the smoker delectables.
—Stephanie Stephens, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for delectables
Noun
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Additions to the menu include alligator bites and sweet treats, including strawberry shortcake and turtle cheesecake, a decadent chocolate cake and, of course, beignets.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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But a more fun route is to simply consume cold treats slower.—
Julia Daye,
Popular Science,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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With distinctive communities scattered across thousands of islands, there are seemingly infinite regional delicacies to keep an eye out for.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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Silver Sea has delicacies like a sea urchin tray for $189.—
Ella Gonzales
March 13,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 Mar. 2026
Noun
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How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 Apr. 2026
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One woman, a stranger, brought Marland some Kwik Trip goodies.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Delectables.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delectables. Accessed 5 Apr. 2026.
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