indulge in

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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In Russia, indulging in such conspiracies is often less an exercise in political prediction than an expression of deeper anxieties that can be otherwise hard to express. Joshua Yaffa, New Yorker, 8 May 2026 They can be owned by wealthy people indulging in an expensive hobby or an Olympic athlete talented enough to make a living from this niche sport. Elise Taylor, Vanity Fair, 7 May 2026 While one friend fully indulges in the event, the other remains wary of the ominous energy that naggingly haunts her. Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 7 May 2026 The oceanfront spa is the place to indulge in traditional treatments with accolade-worthy views. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 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 14 May. 2026.

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