luxuriate
verb
lux·u·ri·ate
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ˌāt 
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
luxuriated; luxuriating
1
a
: to grow profusely : thrive
b
: to develop extensively
2
: to indulge oneself luxuriously : revel
Examples of luxuriate in a Sentence
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Set in the early 1960s, the format provides the latitude to luxuriate in uncomfortable moments and build palpable tension around situations in Patricia Highsmith’s books, a sensation that becomes more intense once it’s demonstrated how ruthless Scott’s Tom Ripley can be.
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Brian Lowry, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024
The video features shots of topless models on yachts, faux secret-camera footage and Affleck literally kissing Lopez on the ass while luxuriating on a yacht.
—Stephen Rodrick, Variety, 13 Feb. 2024
Bathrooms are the pièce de résistance, with sparkling 18-karat-gold tiles and a generous soaking bathtub with television—perfect for luxuriating after exploring the vibrant capital.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2024
The material, which is Oeko-Tex certified to be free of harmful substances, is also temperature regulating, so hot sleepers can luxuriate in their beauty sleep without worrying about sweating or overheating.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2024
During the whirlwind trip, Gomez tucked into a croissant, posed in front of the Eiffel tower and luxuriated in a bubble bath.
—Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2024
The resulting film is short on special effects and long on philosophy, luxuriating in its nearly three-hour runtime to ponder human nature, unchanged even in the far-off era of long-distance space travel.
—EW.com, 13 Nov. 2023
Designer Brandon Blackwood had the privilege of experiencing the week firsthand, eschewing the demands of staging a presentation and instead, luxuriating in the offerings of the event.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Jan. 2024
Sure enough, there are ample scenes of Owen luxuriating in a pool or enjoying an omelet al fresco.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 14 Jan. 2024
Brian Lowry, CNN, 4 Apr. 2024
The video features shots of topless models on yachts, faux secret-camera footage and Affleck literally kissing Lopez on the ass while luxuriating on a yacht.
—Stephen Rodrick, Variety, 13 Feb. 2024
Bathrooms are the pièce de résistance, with sparkling 18-karat-gold tiles and a generous soaking bathtub with television—perfect for luxuriating after exploring the vibrant capital.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Feb. 2024
The material, which is Oeko-Tex certified to be free of harmful substances, is also temperature regulating, so hot sleepers can luxuriate in their beauty sleep without worrying about sweating or overheating.
—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2024
During the whirlwind trip, Gomez tucked into a croissant, posed in front of the Eiffel tower and luxuriated in a bubble bath.
—Jordan Greene, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2024
The resulting film is short on special effects and long on philosophy, luxuriating in its nearly three-hour runtime to ponder human nature, unchanged even in the far-off era of long-distance space travel.
—EW.com, 13 Nov. 2023
Designer Brandon Blackwood had the privilege of experiencing the week firsthand, eschewing the demands of staging a presentation and instead, luxuriating in the offerings of the event.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 29 Jan. 2024
Sure enough, there are ample scenes of Owen luxuriating in a pool or enjoying an omelet al fresco.
—Alison Herman, Variety, 14 Jan. 2024
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luxuriate
verb
lux·u·ri·ate
(ˌ)ləg-ˈzhu̇r-ē-ˌāt
(ˌ)lək-ˈshu̇r-
luxuriated; luxuriating
1
: to grow in great numbers or quantity
2
: to enjoy oneself in a luxurious manner
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