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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
she was perhaps a bit too indulgent with her children, who always seemed to get away with everything
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as in luxurious
given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires
inherited riches helped fuel her indulgent lifestyle
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as in friendly
willing to do a favor
an indulgent clerk who let me try on practically every size-seven shoe the store had
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Recent Examples of indulgent
This British classic combines moist date cake and warm toffee sauce, creating a rich, indulgent treat for all ages.
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Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026
Don’t miss your chance to stay in the nearby Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts Collection, which boasts an infinity hot tub, wellness treatments, and indulgent dining.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
But beyond providing an indulgent, meta retrospective on the historical impact that the early 90s hit series had on Finland, Soap Fever also examines the circumstances in which the yearning for escapism reaches a breaking point, especially when everything seems bleak.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
These are the best restaurants in Lyon, where French food is at its indulgent best.
—John Brunton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
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Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Martha Stewart, 26 Feb. 2026
Don’t miss your chance to stay in the nearby Goldener Hirsch, Auberge Resorts Collection, which boasts an infinity hot tub, wellness treatments, and indulgent dining.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Feb. 2026
But beyond providing an indulgent, meta retrospective on the historical impact that the early 90s hit series had on Finland, Soap Fever also examines the circumstances in which the yearning for escapism reaches a breaking point, especially when everything seems bleak.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 25 Feb. 2026
These are the best restaurants in Lyon, where French food is at its indulgent best.
—John Brunton, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgent
Adjective
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That requires deep spectroscopy, which will not be easy to acquire.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
3 Mar. 2026
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Anderson’s hallmarks are always easy to recognize, manifesting in different ways across Dior, his eponymous label, and his partnership with Uniqlo.—
Alice Cary,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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From the belly came otoro, the richly marbled portion considered the most luxurious part of the fish.—
J.M. Banks
March 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 Mar. 2026
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The everything shower is not a new phenomenon—people have indulged in long, luxurious showers since the inception of indoor plumbing.—
Elizabeth Gulino,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Some flights have left airports in US-friendly Persian Gulf states, including United Arab Emirates cities Dubai and Abu Dhabi, but the situation remains fluid and travelers are being urged to monitor government alert systems and check with their airlines.—
Marnie Hunter,
CNN Money,
4 Mar. 2026
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Rely on Rugs Rugs play an important role in the function and look of conversation-friendly room layouts.—
Kristina McGuirk,
Better Homes & Gardens,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The walnut desks, the Carrera marble, the Morrocan tile, the Savoir beds (so firm-soft that Goldilocks would weep)—it’s all elegant yet easy, thrown together with savvy intention.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Mar. 2026
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There’s an update on the barn jacket in a soft light blue wash, with a contrast white leather collar; a sweeping denim car coat ideal for transitional weather, and an A-line denim skirt designed to be worn over pants.—
Libby Page,
Vogue,
6 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The show is set in 2018, closer to the Ashley Madison–fallout era, when the intersection of technology and societal fracture opens the gate for Clark to break out of suburban malaise and into a wonderland of sensual, albeit pedestrian, delights.—
Andy Andersen,
Vulture,
4 Mar. 2026
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Home of powerhouses like Prada, Bottega Veneta, and Marni (just to name a few), the city has long set the tone for a distinctly Italian brand of glamour–sensual, sophisticated, and just a touch of daring.—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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That’s the view of Brad Conger, chief investment officer at Hirtle Callaghan, a firm that manages $25 billion on behalf of such clients as charitable institutions and college endowments.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.—
Morgan Chittum,
CNBC,
7 Mar. 2026
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“Indulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgent. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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