a joy to behold

a joy to behold

A thing, event, or experience that creates a profound sense of joy or elation in the spectator. The spring flowers in this part of the country are truly a joy to behold. The play was a joy to behold, full of beauty, warmth, and wit.
See also: behold, joy
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • behold
  • jarring experience
  • sell my clothes, I'm going to heaven
  • joy
  • be full of the joys of spring
  • full of the joys of spring
  • turn to ashes in (one's) mouth
  • turn to ashes in your mouth
  • have a good run
  • have a good run for (one's) money
References in periodicals archive
they make and see the scarecrows is a joy to behold. "The scarecrows came and they earned a place in the hearts of all who were involved."
The shimmering surfaces, overall harmony, rich coloristic vigour, beautiful massing and a handling so magical are a joy to behold.
Branagh is every bit as impressive in front of the camera; the detective's attention to detail and humorous jabs are a joy to behold.
Branagh is every bit impressive in front of the camera; detective's attention to detail and jabs are a joy to behold.
K J Clarke Wyken Stoke Park's Fame was a joy to behold I WENT to watch Stoke Park School's production of Fame on Tuesday night.
They are perfect for winter hanging baskets and containers, where the small but cheerful flowers are a joy to behold in bloom.
The creator of the 'Claude' series has a brilliant sense of humour and his expressive illustrations are a joy to behold. Little Red is far too clever for the Very Hungry Lion and spots immediately that he has hidden her poor Aunty in a cupboard.
United boss Robins said: "His goal was a joy to behold. He is a really confident lad and confident in his ability to put the ball in the net, which is why we signed him."
Graphically it's a joy to behold and the addition of play through social media adds a layer of online competition to proceedings, which will help boost longevity to what is ostensibly a very basic game.
The in-game environments are a joy to behold, as is the vast array of online multiplayer options that will ensure a longstanding community continues to slug it out in the virtual back yard for many months to come.
Pantomime gets a bad name as something only available to ex-soap stars and the like, however done well it is a joy to behold and often children's first experience of the theatre.
It's a joy to behold, as is seeing how you turn a feather into a paintbrush and a glass bowl into a magnifying glass.
HAVING helped my sister-in-law move into her flat in September 2012 and seeing the overgrown jungle of a garden she had to tackle, I am concerned that we are now going to have a charge levied against council tenants who wish to take a pride in their rented property and ensure their gardens are a joy to behold rather than a public eyesore.
Her paintings, a blaze of vibrant and extravagant colours, are captivating, original and a joy to behold.
HEATHER (ERICA) Early-flowering, low-growing evergreen heathers in shades of white and deep pink are a joy to behold at this time of year, creating a carpet of colour in rock gardens or even their own beds.