How to Use indulgence in a Sentence

indulgence

noun
Definition of indulgencenext
Synonyms for indulgencenext
  • She lived a life of selfish indulgence.
  • She found that she couldn't afford the indulgences she had once enjoyed.
  • Good food is my only indulgence.
  • For our anniversary we allowed ourselves the indulgence of an elegant dinner at our favorite restaurant.
  • And all that indulgence and gold will set you back a cool $150.
    — Susan Selasky, Detroit Free Press, 9 Sep. 2022
  • The Village Market has quick, on-the-go bites as well as snacky indulgences.
    — Paul Brady, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2023
  • Okay, this one is a bit of an indulgence on my part, but I'm allowed one wild-card and this is it...
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2022
  • No need to head out to the cafe to partake in this seasonal indulgence.
    — Sunset Magazine, 7 Dec. 2023
  • And, for many meat-eaters, a soul-soothing indulgence, too.
    — Laura Manske, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2022
  • Her look encompassed both the refinement and the indulgence of the theme.
    — Zoey Lyttle, Peoplemag, 1 May 2023
  • Maria’s favorite indulgence is a glass of 100-year old Grand Marnier.
    — Jackie Strause, The Hollywood Reporter, 30 Aug. 2023
  • Find ways to add in some of that indulgence and glamour throughout your day.
    — Christianna Silva, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2024
  • Social media now flaunts the excesses of the rich, and indulgences feel out of reach.
    — WSJ, 5 Dec. 2023
  • And, of course, Salma leaves plenty of room for her favorite indulgences.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, Women's Health, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Try one of these fun twists on the classic favorite for a warm-weather indulgence.
    — Andrea Beck, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2023
  • Now pardon the indulgence here, but is that not also the process behind the miracle that is a great movie?
    — Amos Barshad, WIRED, 19 Sep. 2022
  • There’s something about the hum of a lobby, the theater of a bustling pool deck, and the indulgence of a room service club sandwich that just feels right.
    — Adam Rathe, Town & Country, 14 June 2023
  • The charred corn and sweet scallops cook in bacon grease for an extra indulgence.
    — Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 5 Sep. 2023
  • But good quality sparklers don't need to be a rare indulgence.
    — Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 6 Dec. 2022
  • Is there any greater indulgence in life than Italian leather shoes?
    — Todd Plummer, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2023
  • Pair it with a handful of fat-free berries to round out this sweet afternoon indulgence.
    — Women's Health, 28 Aug. 2023
  • The soup is one of those dishes that gets passed around the table, much to the reluctance of whoever ordered the indulgence.
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 2 Dec. 2022
  • Along the way, guests will enjoy the indulgences of the nine-deck luxury vessel with 94 rooms and suites, each with ocean views and most of them with their own balconies.
    — Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2024
  • There was a selection of fruit, nuts, and sprinkles, but many chose to fully embrace the indulgence of the night by opting for rose petals.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 25 Oct. 2023
  • Don’t forget to add some keto butter to make the perfect sweet indulgence!
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 18 Mar. 2023
  • For guilt-free indulgence, try adding it to your post-workout pancakes or oatmeal.
    — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 17 Mar. 2023
  • In spite of these indulgences by director and designer, Vores’ opera still packed a punch.
    — Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 June 2023
  • Designing your own yacht sounds like the ultimate indulgence for the head of any shipyard.
    — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 30 Dec. 2022
  • Bread is still a staple, of course, but these days, on many restaurant menus, it’s presented as an indulgence, too.
    — Odette Williams, WSJ, 17 Feb. 2023
  • Every year, indulgence during the holidays can lead to remorse in the New Year, and a push to get healthier or fit.
    — Byalexa Mikhail, Fortune, 22 Nov. 2022

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