indulge in

verb

indulged in; indulging in; indulges in
Synonyms of indulge innext
: to become involved in (something, especially something that is considered wrong or improper)
Both candidates have promised not to indulge in further personal attacks for the remainder of the campaign.

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Don’t forget to indulge in lobster at one of the many eateries in town, such as Fish House Grill. — Jaclyn Greenberg, Parents, 29 June 2026 See the games shown on screens, indulge in great food and experience music performances daily. — Elizabeth Green, AJC.com, 25 June 2026 Fans have also indulged in a more modern Scottish tradition, adorning statues in both cities with traffic cones. — Elmira Aliieva, NBC news, 27 June 2026 The Omnia The Omnia is for those wanting to indulge in the luxurious side of Zermatt. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for indulge in

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“Indulge in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indulge%20in. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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