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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
The sleek gooseneck spout makes pouring even a simple cup of tea feel like an elegant act of indulgence, while the maple accents set across the frosty matte blue add a touch of hygge to any space.
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Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
The menu is reminiscent of Mina’s other Bourbon Steak locations, like the ones in Santa Clara and San Francisco, and includes indulgences such as caviar trios and wagyu steak flights.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
Good road trip snacks should both be an indulgence on vacation and local fare that isn’t available at one’s home supermarket.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
In the 4th century, these festivals were adapted by Christians and incorporated into the liturgical calendar as a period of indulgence before the penitential observance of Lent.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
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Francesca Krempa, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Feb. 2026
The menu is reminiscent of Mina’s other Bourbon Steak locations, like the ones in Santa Clara and San Francisco, and includes indulgences such as caviar trios and wagyu steak flights.
—Nora Heston Tarte, Mercury News, 24 Feb. 2026
Good road trip snacks should both be an indulgence on vacation and local fare that isn’t available at one’s home supermarket.
—Timothy Latterner, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Feb. 2026
In the 4th century, these festivals were adapted by Christians and incorporated into the liturgical calendar as a period of indulgence before the penitential observance of Lent.
—Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
Noun
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They are known for their incredible kindness and hospitality, which says a lot given the centrality of hospitality to Iranian culture more broadly.—
Talla Mountjoy,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Mar. 2026
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Children begin recognizing things like kindness, persistence or generosity as reasons to feel proud.—
Reem Raouda,
CNBC,
8 Mar. 2026
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The detainees describe a camp where an average of about 3,000 people have lived per day in loud and unsanitary quarters, diseases spread easily and sleep is a luxury.—
Morgan Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The hotel's opening is part of the master plan for Takanawa Gateway City, which also includes offices and luxury residences, in addition to dining, cultural, community, and retail spaces, such as Newoman, a shopping mall next door.—
Lois Alter Mark,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Mar. 2026
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Mullan adds that starting early has been a genuine privilege.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
11 Mar. 2026
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The themes of a woman overcoming adversity and the unwanted attention from men of privilege and power sadly resonate now just as much as when the novel was published in 1979 and when the drama was shown on Channel 4 in January 1985.—
Baz Bamigboye,
Deadline,
11 Mar. 2026
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The property looks out toward Mount Vesuvius and the Bay of Naples, and guests of the villa enjoy amenities that include two swimming pools, a private sauna, and plenty of outdoor space.—
Angela Tafoya,
Vogue,
9 Mar. 2026
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There are no single-use plastics—glass water bottles are filled with purified well water and all the amenities are crafted from sustainable materials in partnership with South African artisans and eco-conscious businesses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 Mar. 2026
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The service This is where staying in a luxury hotel really pays off.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Nationally, visits were high, at 323 million, but down a couple of percentage points from the record set in 2024, according to a park service press release.—
Jack Dolan,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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Genuine compliments move work forward with steady grace.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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Dowman brought an element of grace to the game, but the willingness of his opponents to put a foot in provided necessary lessons too.—
Art de Roché,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Privacy Policy Check out our other newsletters Following her most intense period of celebrity in 1939, courtesy of the exuberant GE PR machine, Katharine returned to her science, and in the never-a-dull-moment department, science with Irving Langmuir.—
Natalia Sánchez Loayza,
Scientific American,
13 Mar. 2026
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The suppurating contempt Sheridan feels for the Big Apple oozes its way through much of the series, its condescending pus infecting stunning vistas, swelling musical compositions and at least one award-worthy performance, courtesy of Michelle Pfeiffer.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Mar. 2026
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Gustavo Ramirez had a grand slam last week in a mercy-rule win over Granada Hills Kennedy.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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Ivey had faced a growing chorus of voices asking for mercy for Burton, 75, including the victim’s daughter, who published an op-ed in the Montgomery Advertiser urging Ivey to spare his life.—
Abigail Brooks,
NBC news,
10 Mar. 2026
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