as in treats
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury
the widow plied her suitor with dainties and endless glasses of sherry
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Noun
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Crispy, minty and coated in chocolate, these addictive treats consistently remain the Girl Scouts’ bestseller.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026 -
In general, Bengalis love a meaty indulgence, so treats like fish chops or luchi with chicken curry may also make an appearance.—
Madhushree Basu Roy,
Saveur,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Indulge in regional delicacies such as queso relleno, papadzules, and the famous lomitos de Valladolid—and make sure to try the dulce de papaya for dessert.—
Regina Zumarraga,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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And as in those days, extravagances like butler service and delicacies like caviar, lobster, and seafood towers are at the ready.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Dainties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dainties. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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