self-indulgent

Example Sentences

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That Europeans and Canadians resent being spoken to in this way is self-indulgent on our part.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026

In that instance, the public were given the chance to choose the overall winner, opting for the term describing "unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly or greedy" behaviour.

From Barron's • Dec. 1, 2025

But it’s tough to shake the impression that the book’s grand quest, Patricia’s attempt to rescue a self, is self-indulgent and repetitious, spiraling to earth as it tries to soar.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2025

"I know it sounds frivolous and self-indulgent, but I recommend people give it a go," she said.

From BBC • Mar. 17, 2025

Bull crowed with delight, a self-indulgent but euphoric eruption that silenced his wife’s catcalls for the moment.

From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy