extravagance

Example Sentences

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The former first lady, now 60, gained a reputation, and criticism, over the years for her alleged appetite for shopping and extravagance, earning her the moniker "Gucci Grace".

From BBC

When protests broke out to oust the Shah, she showed up for her community, a tightknit cluster of graduate students who were frustrated by his extravagance and tyranny.

From The Wall Street Journal

There was eloquent solo playing in the orchestra, and extravagance from the solo singers.

From Los Angeles Times

He says most buyers are not chasing extravagance as much as efficiency.

From BBC

The coziness comes from structure: meals designed to nourish through cold months, to make use of preserved ingredients, to create warmth without extravagance.

From Salon