as in to consume
informal
to spend more money than usual on something for yourself
You should let yourself splurge once in a while.
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as in indulgence
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Recent Examples of splurge
David Aldridge, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
In another time, both men might also splurge on a red Corvette.
—Matthew Redmond, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025
Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
Crochet, 25, projects to earn between $10 million and $15 million in his final two years of arbitration, leaving the Red Sox in position for at least one big free-agent splurge.
—Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Verb
Similarly, Washington didn’t splurge at linebacker, a position that has vexed this franchise for years.
—David Aldridge, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
In another time, both men might also splurge on a red Corvette.
—Matthew Redmond, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
Guest rooms and suites include options with plunge pools, or for a true splurge, opt for the two-bedroom family villa with a pool.
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—Beth Luberecki, USA TODAY, 31 Dec. 2024
Crochet, 25, projects to earn between $10 million and $15 million in his final two years of arbitration, leaving the Red Sox in position for at least one big free-agent splurge.
—Ken Rosenthal, The Athletic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splurge
Verb
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Just remember that staying engaged and aware of the type of ASMR content children consume is key to ensuring a safe and positive experience, stresses Dr. Adusei.—
Holly Garcia,
Parents,
27 Jan. 2025
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By Sunday, the flames had consumed over 28,000 acres across the Baja California peninsula.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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For those seeking a communion with nature that has more than a dash of indulgence, Clayoquot offers an unforgettable escape into the wild heart of British Columbia.—
Ryan Krogh,
Outside Online,
24 Jan. 2025
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Of course, there are also plenty of modern indulgences, like a smart TV for catching up on your Netflix shows, a washer and dryer, speedy Wi-Fi, and a bluetooth sound system.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
23 Jan. 2025
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The Times will use your stories and photos of what was lost in a visual collection of memories to publish at a later date.—
Phi Do,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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But Afghanistan was occupied by the United States, and Syria’s government lost control over much of its territory in recent years.—
Maria Abi-Habib,
New York Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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The quiet luxury aesthetic requires a bit more effort than its name suggests: This trend in decor—particularly with paint colors—is all about giving off subtle sophistication.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
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Hardly had the ink dried on President Donald Trump’s inaugural speech then the Albanian government approved a massive $1.4 billion island luxury development project linked to Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner, Reuters reports.—
Peter Lucas,
Boston Herald,
25 Jan. 2025
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Sports Afterward, the Bills quietly receded from playoff contention and spent years in the football wilderness with 10 different head coaches and 20 starting quarterbacks.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
25 Jan. 2025
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While countries in Western Europe are debating spending more on their militaries, those closer to Moscow have already acted.—
Josh Holder,
New York Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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Despite the lurid extravagance of its visual artistry, the film is remarkably spare and brisk, conveying vast hauntings with simple but startling special effects.—
Richard Brody,
The New Yorker,
23 Dec. 2024
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Venus enters Sagittarius, starting a nearly three-week-long adventure, fun and extravagance in love and money. 22nd October: Venus in Sagittarius connects with the Nodes of Destiny, uniting us with people who’ll play an essential role in our future.—
Lisa Stardust,
refinery29.com,
16 Oct. 2024
Verb
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Two of those teenagers, Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall, lay flat on their backs at full time, exhausted by yet another 90 minutes.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
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But the last of those emergency dollars are being exhausted this fiscal year and won’t be available to help in the next two-year state budget, which Lamont will propose to lawmakers on Feb. 5.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
23 Jan. 2025
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“Splurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splurge. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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