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as in kindness
an act of kind assistance
as an only child, she was used to getting every kind of indulgence from her doting parents
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as in luxury
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
bubble baths were her one indulgence
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Recent Examples of indulgence
In simple terms, during times of economic duress, shoppers feel the need to spend their money on small luxuries like lipstick and perfume as a means of indulgence.
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Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
The lavish primary bathroom ensuites add to the sense of indulgence.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2025
Healthy living vs enjoying life’s indulgences Many retirees prioritize health — eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly and spending time in nature to ensure longevity.
—Kiplinger Consumer News Service, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2025
Enter artisan edibles, the perfect blend of indulgence and innovation.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
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Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 30 Mar. 2025
The lavish primary bathroom ensuites add to the sense of indulgence.
—Prime Development, Kansas City Star, 30 Mar. 2025
Healthy living vs enjoying life’s indulgences Many retirees prioritize health — eating nutritious foods, exercising regularly and spending time in nature to ensure longevity.
—Kiplinger Consumer News Service, Boston Herald, 27 Mar. 2025
Enter artisan edibles, the perfect blend of indulgence and innovation.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
Noun
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Katherine deals with everything from sexism to ageism, while also having to learn a few lessons about kindness and work-life balance along the way.—
James Mercadante,
EW.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Magazine, the actor, 55, said kindness is key in Hollywood.—
Sharareh Drury,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
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Last year, London’s luxury property market may have taken a bit of a hit, as buyers held off in advance of the budget released in the fall.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2025
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Meghan Markle has been embracing quiet luxury in effortlessly elegant outfits on Instagram.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Boasberg scheduled another hearing in the case for April 8 to further discuss the government's argument on its invocation of the privilege.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2025
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Poulter plays a radically un-self-aware scion of a billionaire family in A24’s absurdist comedy about wealth and privilege (which also stars Jenna Ortega, Paul Rudd and Téa Leoni).—
Seija Rankin,
HollywoodReporter,
3 Apr. 2025
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Red Bull Mirage Lounge A multi-level structure across from Quasar, the Red Bull Mirage, will offer exclusive access to premier stage views, exclusive entertainment and other amenities.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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The top floor would include several units with patio decks, more rentable storage and a nearly 1,700 square feet lounge and amenity area facing northeast, according to the plans.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Apr. 2025
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Others gathered at local coffee shops and lunch spots after being turned away, finding out they had been eliminated after decades of service.—
Carla K. Johnson,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2025
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They were shipped to Ohio and Texas distributors and food service locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, and Iowa.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
1 Apr. 2025
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Glide, double jump, wall run, and zipline across landscapes with all the grace of a Jedi in Respawn's Star Wars games.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
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Embrace the clarity and freedom that come with breaking through these limiting beliefs. March 2025 Five of Swords: Conflicts may arise this month, Scorpio, testing your ability to navigate power dynamics with grace and a level of unbotheredness that most don’t expect from you.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Apr. 2025
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The deep space asteroid that recently made headlines for its potential to collide with Earth received its own photoshoot courtesy of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
3 Apr. 2025
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The very act of looking up from your phone or notes can signal courtesy and enthusiasm.—
Bala Sathyanarayanan,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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Now, residents of Gaza and the West Bank are at the mercy of Israeli military operations in which fighters and civilians are being slain at staggering rates.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Apr. 2025
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Relying on a narrow set of solutions can leave organizations vulnerable to stagnation and outdated systems, let alone at the mercy of a single particular vendor.—
Dirk-Peter van-Leeuwen,
Forbes.com,
31 Mar. 2025
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“Indulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgence. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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