luxuriate
verb
lux·u·ri·ate
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ˌāt 
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
luxuriated; luxuriating
1
a
: to grow profusely : thrive
b
: to develop extensively
2
: to indulge oneself luxuriously : revel
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This production has around 15 in its pit, more than enough to do the job but not quite enough to let one fully luxuriate in the overture, as was the case a few years back at the Lincoln Center revival of this title.
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Gilbert — who seven years ago headlined this venue himself — smoked a cigar and dipped tobacco simultaneously for much of his set, which luxuriated in country-music-concert tropes.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2026
For a more maximalist approach, Diane Krueger luxuriated in volume, with her feathery Erdem dress at the New York City Spring Ballet Gala.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 May 2026
While some varieties need protection from the sun's intensity, others luxuriate under it.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
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Chris Jones, Chicago Tribune, 11 May 2026
Gilbert — who seven years ago headlined this venue himself — smoked a cigar and dipped tobacco simultaneously for much of his set, which luxuriated in country-music-concert tropes.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 10 May 2026
For a more maximalist approach, Diane Krueger luxuriated in volume, with her feathery Erdem dress at the New York City Spring Ballet Gala.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 May 2026
While some varieties need protection from the sun's intensity, others luxuriate under it.
—Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 9 May 2026
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“Luxuriate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luxuriate. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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luxuriate
verb
lux·u·ri·ate
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ˌāt
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
luxuriated; luxuriating
1
: to grow in great numbers or quantity
2
: to enjoy oneself in a luxurious manner
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