pleasances

noun

plural of pleasance
as in enjoyments

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  1. pleasures
  2. delights
  3. amusements
Noun
  • The change will mean sacrificing small pleasures in the name of convenience, Will Gottsegen argues.
    — David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026
  • One of our simple pleasures was riding our bikes and screeching all the way down.
    — Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
Definition of pleasures
Noun
  • Savor small delights and share them generously without overspending.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
  • Having left their farm and loved ones behind, Laura describes the Ingalls’ near 800-mile journey West as one rife with excitement and new delights.
    — Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 9 July 2026
Definition of delights
Noun
  • Mita's plans were initially unfeasible due to the site's unique zoning laws, which only allows amusements, retail shops and restaurants, according to Courier Post.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026
  • Families can enjoy boardwalk amusements in Old Orchard Beach, vintage arcades in York, and water parks in Saco.
    — Jacqueline Dole, Travel + Leisure, 14 May 2026
Definition of amusements
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“Pleasances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasances. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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