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as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
this lavish consumption of our natural resources simply cannot continue
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as in abundant
pouring forth in great amounts
the lavish praise that the novel was receiving had some wondering if it could ever live up to readers' expectations
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as in luxurious
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
the lavish apartment even boasted a marble bathroom with gold-plated fixtures
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as in to spend
to use up carelessly
a great actor who lavished his talent in lousy movies
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Recent Examples of lavish
Danny Ventura, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2025
So lavish are the appointments and amenities that the restaurant will dispatch chefs to cook in condo residents’ kitchens.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2025
William Pesek, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
With Boasberg assigned to the case, the president lavished more attacks on him after calling for his impeachment days earlier.
—Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 27 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
As for who earns the nod as the best pitcher at Weymouth High, Reyes is quick to lavish praise on Ondrick.
—Danny Ventura, Boston Herald, 26 Apr. 2025
So lavish are the appointments and amenities that the restaurant will dispatch chefs to cook in condo residents’ kitchens.
—Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 24 Apr. 2025
Verb
But if Trump World is going into talks thinking that a booming Japan can afford to lavish Trump with lots of economic goodies — and kisses in inopportune places — look out Tokyo.
—William Pesek, Forbes.com, 14 Apr. 2025
With Boasberg assigned to the case, the president lavished more attacks on him after calling for his impeachment days earlier.
—Lauren Irwin, The Hill, 27 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lavish
Adjective
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Haley was found guilty on all counts — using excessive force, being deliberately indifferent, witness tampering and conspiracy to witness tamper.—
Jack Armstrong,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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May Trigger Digestive Issues Though olive oil may have benefits for some symptoms of digestive disorders such as inflammatory disease, consuming excessive amounts of olive oil can cause gastrointestinal problems such as bloating and diarrhea.14 3.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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While blockbuster franchise films have been abundant in the wake of the pandemic, the overall number of wide releases has shrunk over the last decade.—
Sarah Whitten,
CNBC,
1 May 2025
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Eastern quolls were once abundant in southeast Australia.—
Sarah Kuta,
Smithsonian Magazine,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Original price: $99 The Art of Shaving pre-shave beard oil is a luxurious oil made from a unique blend of botanicals that won’t leave an oily residue.—
Christopher Murray
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FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The coat's striking navy blue velvet base serves as a luxurious backdrop for the golden peacock motifs and floral embellishments that flow from the sleeves down to the hem.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Apr. 2025
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Playing on a Friday night is relatively unusual, but three more points would heap more pressure on the top-five contenders playing later in the weekend.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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Mackenzie Nicholson, Executive Chef at Beano’s Cabin, is spicing up Colorado cuisine with a dash of flair and a heaping spoonful of personality.—
Noel Burgess,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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Trump, Biden allies divided over GDP report One crisis away from homelessness While discretionary spending is somewhat determined by priorities, income is the key factor when calculating what and where to spend.—
Rachel Barber,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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At Alpha School, students spend just two hours a day in class, guided by an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tutor.—
Jasmine Baehr,
FOXNews.com,
2 May 2025
Adjective
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To live in one of the storybook homes that populates New Orleans’s Garden District—with their extravagant ironwork and gingerbread detailing—is, in many ways, to reside within a piece of history.—
Laura May Todd,
Architectural Digest,
2 May 2025
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But instead of changing her appearance in any way, going undercover or at least wearing a cap and sunglasses à la Marvel, Emily stands with her extravagant outfit at night at the Trevi Fountain in the middle of Rome.—
Hannah Madlener,
Glamour,
2 May 2025
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Well, after how much the team has invested in his unit this year, the excuses are gone, but the opportunities are plentiful.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2025
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Beyond ensuring that Americans have plentiful food options in their grocery stores and cafeterias, the baking industry also fosters careers rooted in purpose and community.—
Eric Dell,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The rock outfit’s latest push comes just ahead of the deluxe edition of From Zero, and the lead single from that project has been certified a true radio smash.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Additional contributors include Daybreakers, Mura Masa, and Sally C, while a deluxe edition of Mixes will feature additional contributions from Chino Moreno of the Deftones, Mogwai, 65daysofstatic, and the Twilight Sad.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Lavish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lavish. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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