indulgent
Example Sentences
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Heavy on grooves and jams, this album sometimes feels unfocused and indulgent.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
A savory, deeply indulgent twist on the cinnamon roll: pillowy brioche spiraled with a silky, peppery cheese filling that melts into something glossy and rich.
From Salon ● Apr. 28, 2026
Ultimately, the risk is that prolonged war and indulgent external backing produce a state whose pathologies are dangerous in and of themselves.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 5, 2026
At nearly four hours, the sequel is bigger, louder and more indulgent than the original.
From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2026
The kindly inspector with the granite face must have thought he had been indulgent enough, for he stepped forward to brush away Cecilia’s hand and interpose himself.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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