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as in consuming
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to spend more money than usual on something for yourself
You should let yourself splurge once in a while.
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Recent Examples of splurging
Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Holmes responded when asked about splurging in free agency.
—Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
One thing Lindenmeyr always recommends splurging on in the name of relaxation?
—Erik Buckingham, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
While locals may swear by roadside lobster shacks, there’s nothing wrong with splurging on the best seafood in town.
—Emma Simard, Saveur, 4 Feb. 2026
Carden-Lovell recommends splurging on time off, taking advantage of shoulder season's lower prices, thinner crowds and cooler weather (outside spring break periods, of course).
—Natalie B. Compton The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 1 Feb. 2026
This is another great option for anyone open to splurging.
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Look for ways to indulge in joy without splurging.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026
That's the simple way to reduce visual clutter without remodeling cabinets or splurging on custom solutions.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 19 Jan. 2026
Verb
Consumers are shopping online all the time buying one thing or another, perhaps splurging a bit with their tax refund cash now.
—Susan Tompor, Freep.com, 31 Mar. 2026
Holmes responded when asked about splurging in free agency.
—Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2026
One thing Lindenmeyr always recommends splurging on in the name of relaxation?
—Erik Buckingham, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Feb. 2026
While locals may swear by roadside lobster shacks, there’s nothing wrong with splurging on the best seafood in town.
—Emma Simard, Saveur, 4 Feb. 2026
Carden-Lovell recommends splurging on time off, taking advantage of shoulder season's lower prices, thinner crowds and cooler weather (outside spring break periods, of course).
—Natalie B. Compton The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 1 Feb. 2026
This is another great option for anyone open to splurging.
—Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 27 Jan. 2026
Look for ways to indulge in joy without splurging.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026
That's the simple way to reduce visual clutter without remodeling cabinets or splurging on custom solutions.
—Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 19 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for splurging
Adjective
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An inevitable problem with bus navigation is not the app but the relatively uncontrolled environment of the street itself.—
Christopher Bonanos,
Curbed,
25 Mar. 2026
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While the virus is continuing to spread uncontrolled in the southwest part of Utah, other parts of the state — including areas closer to Salt Lake City — are now experiencing increases in cases.—
Erika Edwards,
NBC news,
13 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Using smokeless nicotine products only affects the person consuming them; no one else.—
Bautista Vivanco,
Boston Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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Pacific Islanders have a long history of consuming shellfish, as explained in a recent study published in Geoarchaeology.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Team priorities could collide as the concerned Moon in your 11th House of Aspirations nudges reckless Mars in your 5th House of Risks.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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From right near the March Madness logo, 35 feet from paydirt, off a reckless turnover committed by a juggernaut team that led by 19 points in the first half, and by 15 at halftime.—
Ian O'Connor,
New York Times,
30 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Freshman Keaton Wagler had 20 points and eight rebounds to lead the Illini (28-9), who reached their first Final Four since losing the championship game to North Carolina in 2005.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Vásquez didn’t factor in the decision after a defensive miscue led to the bullpen briefly losing the lead, but the emerging starting pitcher danced in and out of trouble in keeping the Red Sox at bay on an evening in which the wind chill dropped the temperature into the high 20s.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Luvme designates this tier, which comprises the vast majority of the brand’s wig offerings on the site, as the quintessential selection for first-time wig buyers and value-savvy shoppers seeking exceptional quality, resilience, and an impeccable, manageable finish without the extravagant price tag.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
1 Apr. 2026
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Other highlights include a spa steeped in ancient Roman thermal rituals and an extravagant ballroom for events.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
31 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In both cases, spending by campaign staff may also count toward those totals.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
1 Apr. 2026
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Economists had believed that an unusually large jump in tax refunds would kick start spending at the start of the year.—
Anne D'Innocenzio,
Fortune,
1 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The new Volante and its gluttonous power set a new legacy for the carmaker.—
James Raia,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
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In the last few seconds, the black holes whirl around each other at near the speed of light, emitting ever more powerful gravitational waves until the two actually merge, combining in one gluttonous gulp that leaves behind a single, more massive black hole.—
Phil Plait,
Scientific American,
13 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Consideration for a draft would only begin after exhausting troops on the ground with the country's active-duty military personnel, such as full-time professional military, including National Guard and Reserves, and any volunteers or enlistees who join after the war begins.—
Isa Almeida,
Oklahoman,
25 Mar. 2026
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In addition to exhausting reporters and scrambling the news cycle, episodes like this have fueled speculation that people close to the president are feeding off the chaos.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Splurging.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splurging. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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