1
as in services
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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2
as in amenities
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
bubble baths were her one indulgence
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Recent Examples of indulgences
These phases should be presented as part of the performance system, not as indulgences for the tired.
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Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
From sweet indulgences to seaside bites, each dish captures memorable scenes from Belly’s unforgettable love story.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025
Our moments of uncanny convergence—like bumping into an old flame at the exact right (or wrong) time—function like indulgences did in the days of Martin Luther, tempting us in the promise of paradise.
—Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 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
Those who can’t stand Lee’s showy indulgences should note that Passing Strange, one of his best films of the new century, is among his least intrusive.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 16 Aug. 2025
The trip will continue, celebrating the beauty of the land and decadent culinary indulgences while relishing in the performance and horsepower of luxury vehicles.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
Both encourage giving up physical things, such as food, drink, pleasures or indulgences, in order to focus followers’ minds on the spiritual.
—Pam Defiglio, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
From sweet indulgences to seaside bites, each dish captures memorable scenes from Belly’s unforgettable love story.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2025
Our moments of uncanny convergence—like bumping into an old flame at the exact right (or wrong) time—function like indulgences did in the days of Martin Luther, tempting us in the promise of paradise.
—Literary Hub, 8 Sep. 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
Those who can’t stand Lee’s showy indulgences should note that Passing Strange, one of his best films of the new century, is among his least intrusive.
—Tim Grierson, Vulture, 16 Aug. 2025
The trip will continue, celebrating the beauty of the land and decadent culinary indulgences while relishing in the performance and horsepower of luxury vehicles.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 July 2025
Both encourage giving up physical things, such as food, drink, pleasures or indulgences, in order to focus followers’ minds on the spiritual.
—Pam Defiglio, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgences
Noun
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However, if an employee purchases eligible health care items or services during furlough, they can’t be reimbursed from a flexible spending account until the worker returns to pay status and payroll deductions can be made.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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No emergency services were reported to have been used to transport the ill on Thursday.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The Hyatt Regency Salt Lake City has 700 guest rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows framing views of the Wasatch Mountains, along with amenities like fire pits and multiple dining options.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
4 Oct. 2025
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The unit offers modest amenities like televisions, table tennis, and limited exercise space, but remains tightly regulated.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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This makes county fairs almost like quasi-governmental organizations, said Ahlers of the Anoka County Fair, even though some of the privileges aren’t exactly practicable.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
28 Sep. 2025
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Hosting privileges rotate each time, with Bethpage Black in Farmingdale, New York, the arena for the 45th edition of the tournament after Rome’s Marco Simone Golf Club staged the 2023 contest.—
Jack Bantock,
CNN Money,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Think of it as your seasonal checklist, a mix of everyday essentials and little luxuries designed to make the new season feel that much brighter.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Oct. 2025
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The idea is that art and cultural connection aren’t luxuries, but essentials that can improve well-being and combat isolation.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Ergo, the obvious conclusion is that those companies want to get in Carr’s good graces.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
24 Sep. 2025
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This points to lower tech prices, but there are a couple of saving graces that indicate a mild correction.—
Bill Sarubbi,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Leonora measures out her days in courtesies and slights, the former dominating the beginning of the book, the latter rapidly gaining ground.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Indulgences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgences. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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