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luxuriate

verb

Definition of luxuriatenext
as in to revel
to enjoy something that is appealingly rich or relaxing He spent the morning luxuriating in his bed. She luxuriated in the beauties of the natural world.

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Recent Examples of luxuriate Joy Boyd, area managing director at Islander Resort, stands behind Islamorada as a prime place to clear your schedule and luxuriate in some serious leisure time. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026 The couple luxuriated in a 25-room mansion in Hartford, Connecticut, staffed by six servants. — Ron Chernow, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026 While some varieties need protection from the sun's intensity, others luxuriate under it. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 27 May 2026 Play golf, kayak or canoe the Sheboygan River, or luxuriate in the spa, which specializes in hydrotherapy. — Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for luxuriate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxuriate
  1. revel
  2. bask
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  • The video sweeps around a reveling fiefdom, showing everyone from peasants to dukes partying and getting it on.
    — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
  • Navarrete reveled with one woman over her husband’s release from a detention facility.
    — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of revel
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  • Corduroy pillows in Petal Plum—a floral print lifted from the floor of the brand’s New York flagship store—doubled as soft seating, perfect for basking in the sun.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The Cavaliers were off in Week 1, still basking in one of the most impressive opening performances of the season.
    — The Athletic College Football Staff, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of bask

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“Luxuriate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxuriate. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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