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as in kindness
an act of kind assistance
as an only child, she was used to getting every kind of indulgence from her doting parents
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as in luxury
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
bubble baths were her one indulgence
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Recent Examples of indulgence
And so, my ultimate meatballs (i.e., comfort and indulgence) are stuffed full of vegetables, lentils and herbs (i.e., virtue and goodness).
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Yotam Ottolenghi, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
For a bit more of an indulgence, Mount Dora also offers wonderful options for wining and dining after a day of adventure.
—Emily Lapointe, Outside Online, 30 Jan. 2025
For those seeking a communion with nature that has more than a dash of indulgence, Clayoquot offers an unforgettable escape into the wild heart of British Columbia.
—Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 24 Jan. 2025
Of course, there are also plenty of modern indulgences, like a smart TV for catching up on your Netflix shows, a washer and dryer, speedy Wi-Fi, and a bluetooth sound system.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
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Yotam Ottolenghi, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025
For a bit more of an indulgence, Mount Dora also offers wonderful options for wining and dining after a day of adventure.
—Emily Lapointe, Outside Online, 30 Jan. 2025
For those seeking a communion with nature that has more than a dash of indulgence, Clayoquot offers an unforgettable escape into the wild heart of British Columbia.
—Ryan Krogh, Outside Online, 24 Jan. 2025
Of course, there are also plenty of modern indulgences, like a smart TV for catching up on your Netflix shows, a washer and dryer, speedy Wi-Fi, and a bluetooth sound system.
—Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 23 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
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Redditors Share Their Own Heartwarming Delivery Stories Dwight's post struck a chord with many Reddit users, who shared their own experiences of kindness during deliveries.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
25 Feb. 2025
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Clarity can be another form of kindness, establishing boundaries that benefit everyone.—
Leisse Wilcox,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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It was masterminded by Guido Spinello and Salvatore Lo Giudice—Taormina locals and founders of the luxury local travel company Sicily Lifestyle.—
Andrew Sessa,
Robb Report,
18 Feb. 2025
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This luxury resort, set in the tranquil countryside, is your gateway to surprising epicurean adventures as well.—
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
18 Feb. 2025
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But only two players have the privilege of managing the team’s turn-up tunes.—
Carl Lamarre,
Billboard,
12 Feb. 2025
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Treasury's disclosure that a political appointee was granted read/write privileges to sensitive its databases will not help the Trump administration's case.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
12 Feb. 2025
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There are two aspects of your HOA’s project that could potentially contravene the governing documents, giving you a legal claim: First, whether the board is adding new amenities that didn’t exist before.—
Jill Terreri Ramos,
New York Times,
22 Feb. 2025
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Sutton Tower offers access to the Upper East Side, five amenities floors, head-turning vistas and sophisticated architecture.—
Jeffrey Steele,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Last year, the BBC and Amazon Music struck a deal that made BBC podcasts available on the streaming service outside the U.K. for the first time.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
24 Feb. 2025
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For example, cloud service providers often highlight these certifications on their websites and marketing materials to reassure customers of their commitment to data protection.—
Chris McKie,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Other flower colors have symbolism, too: pink is associated with femininity and grace, while peach represents sweetness and gratitude.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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Once Acosta voiced his displeasure, any number of offseason moves was unlikely to win back the prickly playmaker’s good graces.—
Jeff Rueter,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Reprinted courtesy of HarperCollins Publishers (Illustration: Kelsea Petersen / The Athletic; Photo: Stacy Revere / Getty Images) Eric Nehm is a senior writer for The Athletic covering the Milwaukee Bucks.—
Eric Nehm,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Related Articles Saldaña wore a glittering dress courtesy of Thom Browne.—
Julia Teti,
WWD,
13 Feb. 2025
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Nestor is a man trying to maintain his dignity while at the mercy of everyone around him, his frustrations rising to the surface at the slightest provocation from his back-talking kids or his younger brother (Valentin Mexico), a hotshot with a Trans Am.—
Sheri Linden,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Feb. 2025
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Right Reverend Mariann Budde recently went viral for asking President Donald Trump to show mercy to LGBTQ+ and migrant communities.—
Jason Parham,
WIRED,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Indulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgence. Accessed 28 Feb. 2025.
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