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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
Another new feature feels like the ultimate indulgence of having a private driver.
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Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Travel, in his telling, is not an indulgence.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Houston Houston leans into Texas-sized indulgence, with a food scene built on big portions and bold flavors.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Couples can book treatments in rooms that have their own terraces for the ultimate private indulgence.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Travel, in his telling, is not an indulgence.
—Nia Bowers, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
Houston Houston leans into Texas-sized indulgence, with a food scene built on big portions and bold flavors.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026
Couples can book treatments in rooms that have their own terraces for the ultimate private indulgence.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
Noun
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There is little reason to think that Leon, who has already ruled against the government, will look with particular kindness on this experiment in literary form.—
Quinta Jurecic,
The Atlantic,
3 May 2026
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As the intuitive Scorpio Moon harmonizes with expansive Jupiter this morning, kindness and perspective flow naturally, helping conversations feel more open and supportive.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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Once complete, the 34-acre site north of College Boulevard and west of State Line Road will eventually be home to restaurants, a luxury hotel, retail space, child care facilities, connector trails to City Park, multifamily housing and additional office space.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
2 May 2026
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Long-time Grasso’s Garage readers know Volvo reigns supreme in the luxury category, and this week, the proof is in the pudding.—
Marc D Grasso,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
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Disney had, for decades, enjoyed special privileges with its Walt Disney World propertyWalt Disney World property.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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During their custody battle, Richards launched accusations against her ex-husband, asking the court to protect their children from Sheen and remove his overnight privileges.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
PEOPLE,
27 Apr. 2026
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Designs are still in the works, but possible amenities include a sports field, basketball and pickleball courts, and pathways.—
Rose Evans
May 3,
Idaho Statesman,
3 May 2026
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There is no amenity fee for the first year for a game room, billiards room and fitness center, Klaynberg said.—
Kenneth R. Gosselin,
Hartford Courant,
3 May 2026
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The 24-hour drop-in center offers services, including charging stations, a kitchen and medical and laundry rooms.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
2 May 2026
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The incident May 1 involved a bulk carrier southwest of Al Mukalla, Yemen, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations service.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
2 May 2026
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Mira looked at it, then at me, and chose grace.—
Anna Wiener,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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Swanson was credited with nine assists, including running in on some slow rollers, getting to balls headed up the middle, making some dazzling spin moves and showing grace under pressure to help the Cubs (21-12) win their 14th of 17 games overall and 10th straight home game.—
Jeff Vorva,
Chicago Tribune,
2 May 2026
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Photograph courtesy 2025 Adama Films / Shochiku Yasujirō Ozu, who made dozens of masterworks from the nineteen-thirties through the early sixties, is among the most misunderstood of great directors.—
Dan Stahl,
New Yorker,
1 May 2026
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Check out the map below, courtesy of the Orange County registrar of voters’ office, to find the nearest vote center or ballot drop box to you for the 2026 primary election.—
Oc Register,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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Sturm then gave Swayman the mercy pull, which frankly could have happened after the disastrous first.—
Stephen Conroy,
Hartford Courant,
26 Apr. 2026
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Leading only 3-0 after 3, the Owls brought up 16 batters to the plate and scored 11 runs, 8 with 2 outs, in the bottom fourth to activate the mercy rule.—
Darren Lauber,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2026
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“Indulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgence. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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