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to treat with great or excessive care
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Recent Examples of pampering
Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
Splash around in the pools, scoot around the expansive grounds by golf cart or on foot, and adults can indulge in pampering at Calluna Spa.
—Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
This holiday is about a little luxury and pampering, which doesn’t have to be expensive, Dermer said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
Butler service adds a touch of luxury for those seeking extra pampering.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
Start the day with a swim in one of the hotel’s three infinity pools before retreating to the bar for a lunchtime cocktail, or the spa for pampering.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
He had been ousted from his Beverly Grove house and had needed some pampering room and board.
—Steve Garbarino, HollywoodReporter, 22 Jan. 2026
Travelers can also choose to enjoy a luxurious stay in Las Vegas at properties like the Bellagio or the newer Fontainebleau Las Vegas before and after the drive, for some pre- and post-drive pampering, a change of pace, and the thrill of Sin City.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
For pampering at home, opt for under-eye masks that feel soothing and refreshing.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
In Paris, every self-pampering detail—naturellement—is honed to perfection.
—Hannah Seligson, Vanity Fair, 12 Feb. 2026
The eco-conscious Living Spa at hotel El Monte Sagrado (from $227 per night) offers Ayurveda consultations, tarot readings, and tantric meditation, as well as pampering facials and massages.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 1 Feb. 2026
Speaking of stepping out, the Garrison Club at Whistler Square offers everything residents need from pampering to entertaining without having to step foot out of the Chelsea Barracks community.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2026
Then enjoy pampering at the spa, with treatments like the Chinese Deep Fusion Massage, which uses acupressure and European deep tissue techniques.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Crystal Mountain, Michigan Founded in 1956 as a community ski area, Crystal Mountain (28 miles southwest of Traverse City) has become a destination for healthful, pampering getaways.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Those in need of a pampering moment should make their way to the spa, where a 23-meter infinity pool, sauna, and eucalyptus steam room await.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
This is therapeutic rather than indulgent, restoration rather than pampering.
—Natalie Preddie, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025
Noun
While many bushes require frequent trimming or pampering, these low-maintenance beauties thrive without the need for constant care.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026
Splash around in the pools, scoot around the expansive grounds by golf cart or on foot, and adults can indulge in pampering at Calluna Spa.
—Miami Herald, 27 Feb. 2026
This holiday is about a little luxury and pampering, which doesn’t have to be expensive, Dermer said.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 8 Feb. 2026
Butler service adds a touch of luxury for those seeking extra pampering.
—Allison Tibaldi, USA Today, 24 Jan. 2026
Start the day with a swim in one of the hotel’s three infinity pools before retreating to the bar for a lunchtime cocktail, or the spa for pampering.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Jan. 2026
He had been ousted from his Beverly Grove house and had needed some pampering room and board.
—Steve Garbarino, HollywoodReporter, 22 Jan. 2026
Travelers can also choose to enjoy a luxurious stay in Las Vegas at properties like the Bellagio or the newer Fontainebleau Las Vegas before and after the drive, for some pre- and post-drive pampering, a change of pace, and the thrill of Sin City.
—Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026
For pampering at home, opt for under-eye masks that feel soothing and refreshing.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
Verb
There’s no spa or pool (yet), but deeply pampering in-room treatments can be arranged.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Feb. 2026
In Paris, every self-pampering detail—naturellement—is honed to perfection.
—Hannah Seligson, Vanity Fair, 12 Feb. 2026
The eco-conscious Living Spa at hotel El Monte Sagrado (from $227 per night) offers Ayurveda consultations, tarot readings, and tantric meditation, as well as pampering facials and massages.
—Jen Murphy, Outside, 1 Feb. 2026
Speaking of stepping out, the Garrison Club at Whistler Square offers everything residents need from pampering to entertaining without having to step foot out of the Chelsea Barracks community.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2026
Then enjoy pampering at the spa, with treatments like the Chinese Deep Fusion Massage, which uses acupressure and European deep tissue techniques.
—Jennifer Kester, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
Crystal Mountain, Michigan Founded in 1956 as a community ski area, Crystal Mountain (28 miles southwest of Traverse City) has become a destination for healthful, pampering getaways.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 7 Jan. 2026
Those in need of a pampering moment should make their way to the spa, where a 23-meter infinity pool, sauna, and eucalyptus steam room await.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 26 Nov. 2025
This is therapeutic rather than indulgent, restoration rather than pampering.
—Natalie Preddie, Travel + Leisure, 24 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pampering
Adjective
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There are few things more indulgent than sitting atop a king-size bed, in a robe, with a plate of room service.—
Kate McGregor,
Architectural Digest,
9 Mar. 2026
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Every spring, fans line up for the seasonal return, sharing memories of past gatherings centered around this indulgent dessert.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The popularity and success of the Chiefs prior to the 2025 Super Bowl, led to countless complaints of favorable officiating and League coddling from disgruntled fans and hot take pundits.—
Emil Steiner,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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The intense coddling and dysfunction within the family come to a head at the end of the show opener when a drunken Paul crashes a boat, killing his best friend’s girlfriend, Mallory (Madeline Popovich), and injuring all on board.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
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But Ryan put the game away with a 7-0 spurt, spoiling Glenn's first trip to the state finals.—
Rick Cantu,
Austin American Statesman,
7 Mar. 2026
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South Florida’s bar scene is constantly spoiling us.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Mother Earth has awakened after a mild-winter snooze.—
Mindy Schauer,
Oc Register,
6 Mar. 2026
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Lyon emphasized the significance of body composition in conditions like Alzheimer’s, dementia and mild cognitive impairment.—
Sandra Rose Salathe,
Flow Space,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The novel is in many ways a string of dazzlingly deadpan and sharp observations about navigating the strange world of now, from predictive advertising to sugar babying to dead college friends.—
Jasmine Vojdani,
Vulture,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The elder Junod gave off mixed messages, abusing his long-suffering wife while indulging his gifted son.—
Hamilton Cain,
Time,
3 Mar. 2026
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There’s a conversation for Nebraska worth indulging this spring.—
Mitch Sherman,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The silence of the lake—save for the gentle peal of church bells on Sunday mornings and the plop of ducks plunging beneath the water surface—is a rare and unforgettable pleasure.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Mar. 2026
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Cleaning the bathroom with hydrogen peroxide is both gentle and effective, and there are plenty of ways to use it within the space.—
Nishaa Sharma,
The Spruce,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
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On Friday afternoon, Minnesota sent forward Vinnie Hinostroza to the Florida Panthers in exchange for future considerations.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
6 Mar. 2026
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In a separate move, the Wild flipped winger Vinnie Hinostroza to the Florida Panthers for future considerations, successfully pairing down the roster after adding Nick Foligno and Minnesota native Bobby Brink at he trade deadline.—
Jess Myers,
Twin Cities,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Pampering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pampering. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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