indulge in

verb

indulged in; indulging in; indulges in
Synonyms of indulge innext
: to become involved in (something, especially something that is considered wrong or improper)
Both candidates have promised not to indulge in further personal attacks for the remainder of the campaign.

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Founded in 2018, Dream Con is an inclusive space for fandoms of color to gather and indulge in their favorite mediums and genres of pop culture. Nathan Lately, Time, 14 July 2026 Rainy weather is the perfect excuse to indulge in a little retail therapy. Abby Price, Southern Living, 9 July 2026 Travelers can indulge in a combination of experiences not yet mainstream. Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Among my favorite activities are getting a quick neck and shoulder massage at the Blind Massage Center and indulging in some last-minute street foods at its mock night-market food court. Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for indulge in

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“Indulge in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indulge%20in. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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