as in indulgent
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as in coddling
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as in spoiling
to treat with great or excessive care
pamper a sick child
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pampering
Adjective
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These deep, sweet and spiced flavors create a robust and velvety Old Fashioned that offers a more indulgent experience.—
Emily Price,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025 -
The bar is then dipped in a crispy milk chocolate coating for an indulgent finish.—
Raven Brunner,
People.com,
17 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Tucker was later treated for mild concussion and has launched a lawsuit against Everett.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Between the later evenings, milder breezes and prodigious quantities of mud, the oncoming Ides of March often promises hope (for most, at least) and a literally brighter world - all of which just means more daylight for reading, duh.—
Colin Dwyer,
NPR,
11 Mar. 2025
Verb
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In reality, the longtime Hollywood star has kept much of her creative focus and interests lately around bringing a healthier and more transparent wine-indulging experience to our world, through her Avaline wine brand.—
Jeff Conway,
Forbes,
9 Dec. 2024
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But doing it too much and indulging to much could be a reason to evaluate the motive.—
Tribune Content Agency,
The Mercury News,
14 Oct. 2024
Adjective
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But instead of chastisement, caregivers should get their child to stop scratching with gentle encouragement, kindness, and empathy.—
Andy Collinson,
Health,
19 Mar. 2025
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This gentle spray soothes stings and hot spots on your furry friends while also tackling bacteria and calming inflammation for your skin.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Glamour,
19 Mar. 2025
Noun
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One film-industry professional told me that, during a recent meeting at the Russian state’s film fund, officials encouraged a colleague to bring more comedic projects for their consideration.—
Joshua Yaffa,
The New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2025
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Regardless of your height, the dress length is an essential consideration for this style.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Despite noting the couple violated the public’s trust and that the husband lied on the witness stand, a federal judge on Wednesday gave the Wades strikingly lenient sentences: three years of probation for Carolyn, including 90 days of home confinement, and 90 days of prison time for Tracy.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2025
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While applicants must show strong ties to the country, such as employment or property ownership, Argentina’s lenient residency requirements make this an appealing option.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The Church also believes in and supports the efforts of nations to regulate borders and control immigration, provided it is done in a way that is both just and merciful.—
William McCarthy,
Baltimore Sun,
5 Feb. 2025
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The Gospel's beatitudes—blessed are the meek, the merciful, and the peacemakers—stand in stark opposition to the movement's rhetoric of anger and grievance.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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For instance, if a somewhat dry season is predicted, the farmer can choose to plant more drought tolerant varieties or hybrids.—
Steven Savage,
Forbes,
18 Mar. 2025
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Some have been bred to be more tolerant of cold or heat, or will take more or less time to reach maturity.—
Beth Botts,
Chicago Tribune,
15 Mar. 2025
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“Pampering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pampering. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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