decadence

Example Sentences

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Putin, in turn, has worked to strengthen Russia’s image with American conservatives by portraying himself as a champion of traditional values and Ukraine as a tragedy of liberal decadence.

From Washington Post

“We urge everyone to see the Diocese’s strategy for what it is: chicanery designed to perpetuate a $600 million corporation’s pattern of decadence, deception, and denial,” said attorney Jeff Anderson in a statement.

From Seattle Times

Chazelle pushes every scene to maximum decadence, portraying old Hollywood as a nonstop party of drink, drugs and sex.

From Seattle Times

This year's nominated designers helped create characters who travelled the multiverse, fought for Wakanda and revelled in the decadence of early Hollywood.

From BBC

"Moral decadence led to rampant corruption and conflict that led to loss of innocent lives and displacement of millions," Mr Nyaro says.

From BBC