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Recent Examples of overindulge
Whether overindulging in drugs and alcohol or seriously injuring himself after speeding through a stop sign on his Harley Davidson, there have been more than a few moments to warrant reflection.
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
The watchful eye of that Minerva marble statue nearby might just keep you from overindulging.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
For decades, doctors have warned Americans not to overindulge in fast food.
—Sarah Boden, NPR, 14 Mar. 2025
Don’t overindulge Drowning your sorrows in a gallon of ice cream or a fifth of liquor is a post-breakup cliché.
—Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
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Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
The watchful eye of that Minerva marble statue nearby might just keep you from overindulging.
—Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2025
For decades, doctors have warned Americans not to overindulge in fast food.
—Sarah Boden, NPR, 14 Mar. 2025
Don’t overindulge Drowning your sorrows in a gallon of ice cream or a fifth of liquor is a post-breakup cliché.
—Tribune News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overindulge
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While a thin layer can help support the skin barrier, overdoing thick zinc creams daily may feel too heavy for skin types and ironically, could clog pores in oily skin.—
Tatiana Dias,
Vogue,
29 May 2026
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With such a wide range of bold options, what’s the key to embracing maximalism without overdoing it?—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
28 May 2026
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Ollinger was known to indulge fans with tales of unusual encounters with possible paranormal connection.—
Brian Niemietz,
New York Daily News,
3 June 2026
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The sun’s ingress into Cancer later this month, for instance, brings focus to themes of travel, education and long-term visions, making this a pivotal month to explore (and indulge) what gives your life purpose and meaning.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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“Overindulge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overindulge. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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