indulge in

verb

indulged in; indulging in; indulges in
: 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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Start With Skin Prep Before even thinking about applying makeup, pro groomers suggest indulging in a solid skin-care routine before adding anything else. Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 May 2026 Most absurd of all is the notion that Trump specifically worries about being seen as indulging in frivolity during wartime. Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 21 May 2026 Each tome is dedicated to one of the media brand’s pillars including fashion, photography and long-form articles, without indulging in nostalgia, Farneti said in an interview. Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 20 May 2026 Visitors can golf at one of Canada’s best public courses, spot wildlife, go hiking, and indulge in local fresh seafood. Maryam Siddiqi, Travel + Leisure, 18 May 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 23 May. 2026.

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