1
as in enjoyable
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
the massage was extremely pleasant and relaxing
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
she has a reputation among the employees for being a demanding boss, but she's unexpectedly pleasant outside of work
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Recent Examples of pleasant
Chunks tend to melt more readily and unevenly than chips, leaving pleasant little pockets of chocolate goodness in baked goods.
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2025
Colvin convinced him that door-to-door solar would provide a more intensive—if, admittedly, less pleasant—education.
—Brendan I. Koerner, WIRED, 13 Jan. 2025
The church members in attendance were also called to stand for applause as the pastor thanked them for making life pleasant for Carter in their church home.
—Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 10 Jan. 2025
While the team as a whole has been a pleasant surprise this season, Fantilli has been the exact opposite as he’s been mired in a sophomore slump.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Jan. 2025
Colvin convinced him that door-to-door solar would provide a more intensive—if, admittedly, less pleasant—education.
—Brendan I. Koerner, WIRED, 13 Jan. 2025
The church members in attendance were also called to stand for applause as the pastor thanked them for making life pleasant for Carter in their church home.
—Shirleen Guerra | The Center Square, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 10 Jan. 2025
While the team as a whole has been a pleasant surprise this season, Fantilli has been the exact opposite as he’s been mired in a sophomore slump.
—Dom Luszczyszyn, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pleasant
Adjective
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Dalin was gracious in the moment, but those close to him and the campaign acknowledge that the sting was real.—
George Allen,
Robb Report,
15 Jan. 2025
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The hotel feels grown-up and staff effusively handle all of your needs with a striking level of gracious humility.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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Photo : Cartier/Getty Jake Gyllenhaal: Cartier Tortue Another Golden Globes watch spot was on the wrist of actor Jake Gyllenhaal who was seen wearing a rather delightful yellow gold Cartier Tortue.—
Sophie Furley,
Robb Report,
11 Jan. 2025
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In this golden age of American bakeries, virtuosic pastries and delightful breads are close at hand, from coastal Maine to downtown Los Angeles.—
Koren Shadmi,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2025
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The Nintendo Switch Lite was a great way to play Switch games on a smaller device, and the Nintendo Switch OLED added a beautiful display and a handful of other nice upgrades.—
Jay Peters,
The Verge,
16 Jan. 2025
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The engagement is certainly a nice break from the recent drama in Pats land - after New England’s season finale, the team fired first-year head coach Jerod Mayo, a move that has been heavily criticized by ex-Patriots.—
Ryan Morik,
Fox News,
16 Jan. 2025
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This can prompt a decision to name the baby after a grandparent or choose a name that is pleasing to a grandparent.—
Mia Taylor,
Parents,
9 Jan. 2025
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But the replicas are more than marketing made pleasing to the eye.—
Rosa Rahimi,
CNN,
16 Dec. 2024
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There, the Wicked costars embraced one another for a sweet photo.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
8 Jan. 2025
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The caption layered over the sweet footage explains that Megan shares the baby with her fiancé, but that doesn't stop her ex-husband from loving him too.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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With a 90-second bake at 900 degrees, the pizzas come out piping hot and decidedly delicious.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
16 Jan. 2025
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That’s why the Bon Appétit team recently indulged in a refried bean taste-off to determine the most delicious brand on the market.—
Sam Stone,
Bon Appétit,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Well, not actually tussling in a War of the Roses way; more an amiable tug-of-war on the village green before bonding over a few local ales.—
Sarah James,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Nov. 2024
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Federal prosecutors allege that Chinese spies have been operating in the San Gabriel Valley, seeking to influence local political leaders in hopes of cultivating allies amiable to China-friendly policies, including opposition to Taiwan‘s independence.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Dec. 2024
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And without the case as a unifying element, the second season became even stranger, but much less satisfying as a whole.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
16 Jan. 2025
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In other words, the act of creating something—knitting a scarf, growing a tomato, painting a picture—can be deeply satisfying for teens.—
Erica Jackson Curran,
Parents,
16 Jan. 2025
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“Pleasant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleasant. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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