1
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
Can any country lay claim to grasping that just-right balance of luxury and indulgence better than Italy?
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
What to See The journey begins in the northeastern city of Reims, the unofficial capital of Champagne, where Gothic grandeur and effervescent indulgence coexist.
—Jennifer Schwartz, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
The cake, which is served tableside with a pour of cognac-caramel sauce, will set you back $75, but Jeff Ruby's was taylor made for such indulgences.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 29 Aug. 2025
While these purchases can have positive effects, such indulgences could start to dig a much deeper hole in your savings account with coffee costs rising once-a-week or even daily.
—Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2025
What to See The journey begins in the northeastern city of Reims, the unofficial capital of Champagne, where Gothic grandeur and effervescent indulgence coexist.
—Jennifer Schwartz, Travel + Leisure, 31 Aug. 2025
The cake, which is served tableside with a pour of cognac-caramel sauce, will set you back $75, but Jeff Ruby's was taylor made for such indulgences.
—Keith Pandolfi, The Enquirer, 29 Aug. 2025
While these purchases can have positive effects, such indulgences could start to dig a much deeper hole in your savings account with coffee costs rising once-a-week or even daily.
—Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
Noun
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Her kindness extended to her coworkers at Walmart.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
10 Sep. 2025
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The pair are remembered by the company for their kindness, generosity and support for local organizations such as the Ehloe Hospital, the Chico Police Business Support Team and Chico’s Elk Lodge.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Geneva Watch Days opened last Thursday with a slew of new introductions that added substance and excitement to the weekend of events seminars, roundtables and events focused on the world of luxury watches.—
Carol Besler,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Of course, with a luxury experience also comes a luxurious price tag and the cost of tickets won’t be the kind of budget fares people most associate with bus travel.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This is both the privilege of the demos in the modern world and its obligation.—
Ron Scherf,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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There were some folks back in 2005 who were able to leave New Orleans, reclaim their lives, come back, and live their lives because of privilege.—
Essence,
Essence,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Additional suite amenities include sofa beds, lake-view balconies, separate living areas, and bathrooms with freestanding bathtubs and double vanities.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Sep. 2025
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Many of these homes come equipped with enough amenities to comfortably live in, along with additional perks like outfitted bathrooms, solar panels, and outdoor spaces.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But unlike a first class cabin on a plane, these buses don't include any dedicated on-board service.—
Opheli Garcia Lawler,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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The center opened eight weeks ago and aims to close the gap in support for adult day center services in Tennessee.—
Ruben Montoya,
Nashville Tennessean,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The event itself is as chaotic as ever, with business strategist Ken (Tim Key) working overtime to get back into his boss, Marv Putnam's (Allan Havey) good graces, and Esmeralda going to great lengths to steal back the spotlight.—
Emily Blackwood,
PEOPLE,
6 Sep. 2025
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Fall in Texas is fun, but the show tackles real issues thoughtfully and with grace.—
Toni Fitzgerald,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Elizabeth Olsen opted for a dress courtesy of Rodarte’s fall 2022 ready-to-wear collection.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
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That data comes courtesy of payroll processor ADP and marks a steep slowdown from July’s upwardly revised 106,000, underscoring how fragile employment momentum has become halfway through 2025.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nearly a dozen letters were sent to the court at the end of August, pleading for the judge to show mercy for Erickson, who was the last person to reach a deal with prosecutors.—
Chris Ramirez,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Misinterpret a flawed trial, overtrust anecdotal experience or trust the wrong person, and patients are left at the mercy of ineffective or even harmful treatments.—
Anna Forsythe,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Indulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgence. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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