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indulgent

[in-duhl-juhnt] / ɪnˈdʌl dʒənt /


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The finished dessert is rich, indulgent, fruity and beautifully simple.

From Salon • May 10, 2026

Though the film runs nearly 2 1/2 hours, it’s too full of fascination and involving, freely interwoven human drama to ever feel indulgent.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The dry-aged grilled branzino was flaky and beautifully cooked, but the standout was the chicken al pastor, served with a fresh pineapple salad and pineapple butter—bright, savory, and just a little indulgent.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

At nearly four hours, the sequel is bigger, louder and more indulgent than the original.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Anyway, they were more indulgent toward us than at any other time; they snapped at the heels of the seniors, driving and molding and arming them for the war.

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles




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