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as in easy
tolerant and kind in the judgment of and expectations for others
she was perhaps a bit too indulgent with her children, who always seemed to get away with everything
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as in luxurious
given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires
inherited riches helped fuel her indulgent lifestyle
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as in friendly
willing to do a favor
an indulgent clerk who let me try on practically every size-seven shoe the store had
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Recent Examples of indulgent
Olive Oil Bundt Cake An olive oil Bundt cake is a crowd-pleasing dessert for birthdays, summer gatherings, or just as an indulgent end to a meal.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
With all of the rich and indulgent foods in your party lineup, a simple fruit salad can be easy to overlook but a wonderful break.
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Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Launching on Deals & Steals, Like Air Drizzled Rice Cakes are indulgent, bite-sized mini rice cakes lightly drizzled with frosting for an easy, low-calorie sweet treat!
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ABC News,
16 June 2026
The accommodation itself borders on absurdly indulgent.
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Arion McNicoll,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
24 June 2026
With all of the rich and indulgent foods in your party lineup, a simple fruit salad can be easy to overlook but a wonderful break.
—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Launching on Deals & Steals, Like Air Drizzled Rice Cakes are indulgent, bite-sized mini rice cakes lightly drizzled with frosting for an easy, low-calorie sweet treat!
—
ABC News,
16 June 2026
The accommodation itself borders on absurdly indulgent.
—
Arion McNicoll,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indulgent
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The interior also comes with a cotton liner, which will be much easier to spot-clean should your cosmetics or snacks leave a stain.
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Keep in mind that Santorini’s wine story is also an agricultural story, and Gaia makes that easier to feel.
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Design Within Reach aims to make luxurious designer furniture pieces from the past and present just a little more accessible for online shoppers.
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Shunya will be able to fly a pilot and either six passengers with a bit of luggage, or four in more luxurious seating.
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Prior to the game, both players said Sutter Health Park had lived up to its reputation as a hitter-friendly ballpark.
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Alarmed by an avalanche of high-density development projects prompted by a developer-friendly state law, Miami commissioners have ordered the city attorney to look into challenging the controversial legislation.
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Play soft music to drown out fireworks blasts and give your pet something to do, like putting treats inside an interactive toy, to keep them calm and happy.
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This relaxed pick is incredibly soft, really cute, and surprisingly easy to style.
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The Grammy Award-winning artist wore a sensual red dress from the designer’s spring 2026 ready-to-wear collection.
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Warm and sensual, but with a somewhat fresh, floral drydown.
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Jim waits 45 minutes after sending a trade alert before buying or selling a stock in his charitable trust’s portfolio.
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Republican lawmakers also targeted a charitable state fund that provides financial assistance for low-income people to get civil legal aid.
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“Indulgent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indulgent. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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