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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
she was perhaps a bit too indulgent with her children, who always seemed to get away with everything
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as in luxurious
given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires
inherited riches helped fuel her indulgent lifestyle
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as in friendly
willing to do a favor
an indulgent clerk who let me try on practically every size-seven shoe the store had
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Recent Examples of indulgent
Follow Hochman for continued coverage on what's delicious, refreshing, inspiring, indulgent and entertaining in California and way beyond.
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David Hochman, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Get The Recipe Cinnamon Roll Casserole This sweet breakfast casserole is every bit as indulgent as the cinnamon rolls Grandma would make from scratch—only easier.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 2 May 2025
Those dalliances cemented her abiding love of tweed, sailor stripes, cashmere knits, and—thanks to the indulgent Duke—gigantic love jewels, worn in rule-breaking multiples.
—Steff Yotka, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
Similarly, My Night Show adds a theatrical layer to sustainability: indulgent but intentional, with storytelling that appeals to the emotionally intelligent shopper.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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David Hochman, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025
Get The Recipe Cinnamon Roll Casserole This sweet breakfast casserole is every bit as indulgent as the cinnamon rolls Grandma would make from scratch—only easier.
—Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 2 May 2025
Those dalliances cemented her abiding love of tweed, sailor stripes, cashmere knits, and—thanks to the indulgent Duke—gigantic love jewels, worn in rule-breaking multiples.
—Steff Yotka, Vogue, 28 Apr. 2025
Similarly, My Night Show adds a theatrical layer to sustainability: indulgent but intentional, with storytelling that appeals to the emotionally intelligent shopper.
—Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 22 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgent
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Whether spending time at the beach, in the backyard, or camping, this nifty outdoor find features a fiberglass rod that’s easy to stick in the ground.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
1 June 2025
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Reconstituting the nation’s storm-prediction resources won’t be easy.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 June 2025
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The portfolio features a range of expressions, from the crisp Blanco to the luxurious Ultima Reserva Extra Añejo.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Leave it up to Sferra to render the traditional ruffled bedskirt in a rich, luxurious way.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
24 May 2025
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During public remarks in 2022, Justice Elena Kagan – one of the court’s three liberal justices − spoke out against sweeping injunctions and the ability of challengers to find one friendly judge to issue such an order.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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Hussain has a friendly, reassuring presence, making the already-simple recipes even less intimidating.—
Katie Rife,
EW.com,
11 May 2025
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Their texture is soft and literally melts in your mouth.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
2 June 2025
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The interior of my bZ Limited was comfortable, trimmed in appealing soft materials and roomy.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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The skirt flared softly at the hem, offering movement and bit of drama, a silhouette that felt sensual without trying too hard.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
30 May 2025
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As a reminder, here's how Scorsese and the three-time Oscar winner worked together to make romantic sublimation and repressed emotions weirdly sensual.—
Jordan Hoffman,
EW.com,
21 May 2025
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This includes reviewing charitable structures and preparing for legislative shifts.—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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As with at other Chick-fil-A locations, the chain’s charitable giving policy will focus on contributions to nonprofits that work in the areas of education, homelessness and hunger.—
Linda Zavoral,
Mercury News,
23 May 2025
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“Indulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgent. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.
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