self-indulgent

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Others say the fundamental lack of agreement on a successor is a huge block, making a change in leader self-indulgent and a huge risk.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 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

This sentimental and self-indulgent social-dance affair to musical selections from Antonín Dvořák, Patsy Cline, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder and Donna Summer goes nowhere, repeatedly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 17, 2025

Isn’t this a “First World problem,” a form of privileged whining or a self-indulgent bid for tea and sympathy?

From Salon • Sep. 20, 2025

Well, some of those who gave their silver were simply the self-indulgent rich.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss