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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
Whether driven by indulgence, health fads or shock value, these six trends reported by Fox News Digital stood out as some of the strangest and most talked-about bites and beverages of the year.
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Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 2 Jan. 2026
The fact is that many Americans see fashion, and even clothing itself, as an inexcusable indulgence.
—Rachel Tashjian, CNN Money, 2 Jan. 2026
However, in 2026, the goal of wellness as part of a vacation will continue to grow from relaxation and indulgence to total-life transformation, Del Duca believes.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
An alcoholic White Russian is made with almost no effort, yet delivers a vibe of luxury and indulgence.
—The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgence
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For months afterward, kindness arrived in unexpected forms — neighbors bringing food, strangers offering furniture, friends calling daily.—
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Does their lack of kindness grant you permission to respond with equal insensitivity or even cruelty?—
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Josh Geller, a luxury travel advisor with EMBARK Beyond travel agency, says bookings to Europe from his American clients are booming.—
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TikTok and Instagram influencers act as both tastemakers and salespeople, offering five-minute testimonials that make luxury feel both attainable and necessary.—
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor—who lost all of his royal titles and privileges in October in a groundbreaking decision by his older brother, King Charles—has been completely shut out of royal life.—
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However, Amanyara is part of American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts, offering certain cardholders privileges like early check-in, late check-out, room upgrades when available, daily breakfast for two, and a $100 on-property credit.—
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Bathrooms feature granite or stone finishes, walk-in showers or bathtubs (often placed right under or the television), and RikRak bath amenities created by Kit Kemp herself.—
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Other amenities include social gathering areas and lounges, food and beverage services and a pickleball court and recreation area.—
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In addition to marketing and contract management services, Cureate offers educational courses.—
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An Assumption block and a Notre Dame error tied the score, but Emily Keiran's service error gave the Pandas a 15-14 lead.—
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Mia's courage, optimism and grace touched the lives of the entire Husky community.—
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Not everyone is convinced economic talk is the way back into voters’ good graces.—
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An important piece of cosmic intel or a unique insight could arrive courtesy of a friend.—
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Bieber paired the mesmerizing dress with large statement 30-carat diamond studs, a few diamond rings courtesy of Lorraine Schwartz, and a pair of black open-toed heels.—
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The decisions and forces that affect society, that dictate the livelihoods and well-being of its citizens, are at the mercy of the market, and the now frighteningly transparent ways that the market serves and benefits its dutiful governmental benefactors.—
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Local districts bear too much of the financial and administrative burden, leaving students at the mercy of local budgets and priorities.—
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“Indulgence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgence. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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