1
as in services
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 amenities
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
bubble baths were her one indulgence
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Recent Examples of indulgences
Old-world indulgences are part of the fun at Hotel Sacher and, of course, much of the fun in Vienna.
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Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
The Spa has a full lineup of treatments and indulgences, while a fitness studio has plenty of Technogym equipment.
—Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
Passport by ForbesLife A first-class guide to luxury travel, drinking and dining, fashion—and life’s other indulgences.
—Passport By Forbeslife, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Gen Z is also more likely to spend money on these treats, with 28% spending over $10 a week on small indulgences, compared to just 15% of older generations.
—Brooke Seipel, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2024
From next-gen tech and time-honored tools to display-worthy indulgences designed to set all of the senses at ease, here are 27 of the best wellness gifts that will guarantee those on your list start the New Year off on a healthy, happy note.
—Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
Even makers of cookies and snacks, whose sales often depend on spur-of-the-moment indulgences, say that their data shows that the impact on caloric intake is likely to be very limited.
—Deena Shanker, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2024
Today, dogs are treated to premium experiences, mirroring their owners’ indulgences.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
The Spa has a full lineup of treatments and indulgences, while a fitness studio has plenty of Technogym equipment.
—Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2024
Passport by ForbesLife A first-class guide to luxury travel, drinking and dining, fashion—and life’s other indulgences.
—Passport By Forbeslife, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
Gen Z is also more likely to spend money on these treats, with 28% spending over $10 a week on small indulgences, compared to just 15% of older generations.
—Brooke Seipel, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2024
From next-gen tech and time-honored tools to display-worthy indulgences designed to set all of the senses at ease, here are 27 of the best wellness gifts that will guarantee those on your list start the New Year off on a healthy, happy note.
—Zoe Ruffner, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2024
Even makers of cookies and snacks, whose sales often depend on spur-of-the-moment indulgences, say that their data shows that the impact on caloric intake is likely to be very limited.
—Deena Shanker, Fortune, 2 Oct. 2024
Today, dogs are treated to premium experiences, mirroring their owners’ indulgences.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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“Indulgences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgences. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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