indulge in

phrasal verb

indulged in; indulging in; indulges in
: 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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Residents can indulge in a wealth of amenities, such as cozying up with their next read at the library and accompanying reading room—or creating their next masterpiece in the art studio. Advertorial, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2025 Your soul craves experiences that deepen your understanding of the world; don’t be afraid to indulge in it. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 5 June 2025 This lack of awareness can lead you to unknowingly indulge in potentially harmful behaviors that might threaten the trust and emotional safety within the relationship. Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025 In your downtime, indulge in some HGTV shows or home-improvement reels on Instagram for inspiration. Essence, 2 June 2025 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 13 Jun. 2025.

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