glutton

Example Sentences

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He was a large man, over 6 feet tall, and, we learn from Mr. Margolick, a glutton.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025

Sheard is either a glutton for punishment or determined to prove his worth no matter how many times Narbonne has to start over.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025

Like a moth to a flame, there is just something about all that color and texture; I am a glutton for disappointment where fruitcake is concerned.

From Salon • Dec. 21, 2023

“I am a glutton for print. I love books in every way. I love them more than most human beings.”

From Washington Post • Dec. 19, 2022

People thought he was a glutton for punishment, that he liked getting dumped.

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green