overindulgence

Example Sentences

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"In fact, many patients return for follow-up visits post-mango season, often with elevated glucose levels, and sometimes, the culprit may just be overindulgence in this beloved fruit," says Dr Baxi.

From BBC • Aug. 15, 2025

"At dinner, overindulgence doesn't happen because you don’t come to the table famished," she added.

From Salon • Jul. 23, 2024

If Cannes, the world’s largest and glitziest film festival, stands for cinematic excess, its thunderous standing ovations can seem like its greatest overindulgence.

From Seattle Times • May 22, 2023

Sure, McVay had been up all night celebrating, but his countenance went beyond overindulgence.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2023

“It has no flavor to tempt one to overindulgence, but it will keep you alive.”

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor