splurged; splurging
1
: to make a splurge
2
: to indulge oneself extravagantly
—often used with on
splurge on a new dress
: to spend extravagantly or ostentatiously
Examples of splurge in a Sentence
Verb
You should let yourself splurge once in a while.
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Elena Odulak, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2025
The eight-course tasting menu is worth the splurge since you’ll dine on delicacies like frog legs and foie gras.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
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—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025
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Noun
From delicate pavé bands to eye-catching settings on thicker gold bands, this price range offers standout designs that feel luxe without the splurge.
—Elena Odulak, Glamour, 27 Dec. 2025
The eight-course tasting menu is worth the splurge since you’ll dine on delicacies like frog legs and foie gras.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025
Verb
Now’s also a great time to splurge on kitchen appliance staples like the KitchenAid Stand Mixer and Ninja Air Fryer.
—Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 26 Dec. 2025
Cabana Rentals For a true treat, splurge on a cabana or villa rental.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2025
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“Splurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/splurge. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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splurge
1 of 2 noun
: an instance of spending more than usual
splurge
2 of 2 verb
splurged; splurging
: indulge oneself or spend lavishly
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