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indulgent

[in-duhl-juhnt] / ɪnˈdʌl dʒənt /


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It doesn’t feel as vulnerable, whereas acting, there’s something fundamentally so indulgent about it.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026

Heavy on grooves and jams, this album sometimes feels unfocused and indulgent.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026

“Snacking is still important, indulgent snacking is still important.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 8, 2026

The bread itself naturally softens and rounds everything out, so you don’t need an alarming amount to make it feel indulgent.

From Salon ● May 25, 2026

The kindly inspector with the granite face must have thought he had been indulgent enough, for he stepped forward to brush away Cecilia’s hand and interpose himself.

From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan




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