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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
By resisting the tariff, women like Mrs. Astor showed that their consumer practices were not frivolous indulgences in conspicuous consumption, but choices interwoven in the debates of the day with major implications for the economy and the political system.
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Einav Rabinovitch-Fox / Made By History, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
This adults-only retreat offers the ultimate daily indulgence: spa treatments included with your stay.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
For me, trying snacks is a blend of finding inspiration for my company, and also treasure hunting for those small moments of indulgences throughout the week.
—Lia Picard, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Those looking for an extra dose of indulgence should definitely treat themselves to a villa with a private plunge pool.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Einav Rabinovitch-Fox / Made By History, TIME, 7 Jan. 2025
This adults-only retreat offers the ultimate daily indulgence: spa treatments included with your stay.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 1 Jan. 2025
For me, trying snacks is a blend of finding inspiration for my company, and also treasure hunting for those small moments of indulgences throughout the week.
—Lia Picard, New York Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Those looking for an extra dose of indulgence should definitely treat themselves to a villa with a private plunge pool.
—Sandra MacGregor, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
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Come back to kindness and your anxiety will come down to calm.Sandy Cohen, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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And while the circumstances may have been different with each encounter, nearly everyone sharing their story, remarked on Elvis’ kindness, generosity, and deep appreciation for those who loved and supported his music.Pam Windsor, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Analysts upgraded the luxury home furnishings provider to a buy-equivalent rating from hold, arguing that its operating leverage is underappreciated and a recovery in demand is still early innings.Jim Cramer, CNBC, 13 Jan. 2025
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In exchange for bribes, Menendez interfered with a federal criminal case against a co-defendant, as well as a state investigation into another man who pleaded guilty to handing over a luxury car to win the senator’s support.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2025
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Working on a first film is always both a challenge and a privilege – and this bet paid off.Ben Croll, Variety, 10 Jan. 2025
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The lawyers also argued that the Manhattan D.A.’s Office violated Trump’s immunity privileges by using evidence of his official presidential acts during the hush money trial.Kevin Breuninger, CNBC, 10 Jan. 2025
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Now here’s a look at the rest of the amenities, restaurants, staterooms, and extra services that are part of every MSC World Europa sailing.Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025
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The price tag for units starts at $5 million and includes access to a range of amenities such as a library, a fitness center complete with a Pilates and yoga studio, spa center, game room, salon for private events, as well as access to the marina.Martino Carrera, WWD, 16 Jan. 2025
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For Uber Eats food-delivery service, members will earn one mile for every dollar on orders over $40 from restaurants and grocery stores.Leslie Josephs,Ashley Capoot, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2025
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About an hour after MacDonald’s joint closure announcement, Culver City restaurant Lustig announced its own end following one year of service.Stephanie Breijo, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
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Ancient colors are cultivated in the Jorda rug—the product’s copper splotches mimic both erosion and painterly grace—while the Lydos rug feature a bright glyph motif.Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
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At a more functional and financially stable club, the 19-year-old would be given the time and grace to develop his game at his own pace.Carl Anka, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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Hathaway continued the gold color motif with her heels, opting for a pair courtesy of Loubiloo.Julia Teti, WWD, 9 Jan. 2025
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In Tagovailoa’s absence, the Dolphins looked terrible, dropping three of four games, including an embarrassing 31-12 thumping courtesy of the lowly Tennessee Titans.C. Isaiah Smalls II, Miami Herald, 7 Jan. 2025
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Prosecutors are at the mercy of Judge Aileen Cannon or 11th Circuit Court judges, both of whom have been entertaining arguments over the past week from President-elect Donald Trump and his co-defendants in Florida that the report should stay under wraps.Ashley Oliver, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Jan. 2025
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Each day will open the door to receive God's grace and mercy anew.Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 1 Jan. 2025
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“Indulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgence. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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