as in revels
to enjoy something that is appealingly rich or relaxing
He spent the morning luxuriating in his bed. She luxuriated in the beauties of the natural world.
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Recent Examples of luxuriates
Akira luxuriates in the scene’s nauseating sounds, and the visual transformation is almost tactile.
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The Atlantic Culture Desk, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
The Atlantic Culture Desk, The Atlantic, 29 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxuriates
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Floorboards and beige walls didn’t do much to set the mood, but they were beautifully accompanied by period furniture and lamps, that kept the post-war vibe the rest of the hotel basks in.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
31 Mar. 2026
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The longstanding vacation spot basks in 343 sunny days a year, perfect for lounging on white-quartz sands or marveling at nature both above and below the water.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
12 Mar. 2026
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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
3 Apr. 2026
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This classic combination of chocolate pudding, crushed sandwich cookies, and gummies is a childhood favorite that still delights today.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Luxuriates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxuriates. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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