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
Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
Or splurge on a warm-weather getaway with flights from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau, Bahamas, for example, starting at just $59 one-way, and flights from Boston to San Juan, Puerto Rico, starting at just $99 one-way.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024
Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
From elevated sleepwear to pocket-sized luxuries from the best jewelry brands and memorable beauty splurges, there’s something for every type of recipient out there.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
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Verb
Think everything from splurge items ($55 potato chips from Spain, Theragun’s Prime Plus heated massage gun) and affordable daily essentials (chic dog walking crossbody bags, gourmet hot sauces, stylish pocket leggings) to thoughtful stocking stuffers (journals, card games, sweet treats).
—Danielle Directo-Meston, The Hollywood Reporter, 1 Nov. 2024
Or splurge on a warm-weather getaway with flights from Fort Lauderdale to Nassau, Bahamas, for example, starting at just $59 one-way, and flights from Boston to San Juan, Puerto Rico, starting at just $99 one-way.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2024
Noun
Just keep a budget in mind; Mercury in Sagittarius can inspire splurges, but those credit card bills are real.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024
From elevated sleepwear to pocket-sized luxuries from the best jewelry brands and memorable beauty splurges, there’s something for every type of recipient out there.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for splurge
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In simple terms, your kids are consuming too much junk food.Fred Sassani, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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Yes, but: The share of Americans who consume news and talk about social issues either in person or online has been steadily decreasing over the last few years, the report found.Alex Fitzpatrick, Axios, 20 Nov. 2024
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Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel When election night calls for a little indulgence, this Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel cocktail delivers a decadent treat.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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More recently, soft drink sales have been aided by lower- and middle-income consumers seeking inexpensive indulgences, companies and analysts say.Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 1 Nov. 2024
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Four sectors lost jobs, including Professional & Business Services (down 3,100) and Construction (down 1,100).Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 15 Nov. 2024
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Philadelphia has beaten up on weak competition, defeating the Browns, Giants, Bengals, Jaguars and Cowboys — all five teams have losing records and a combined record of 13-35.Greg Rosenstein, NBC News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The Enterprise was like a luxury liner in comparison.Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Nov. 2024
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In April, Golden Goose secured the advice of a savvy luxury industry professional, as former Gucci president and CEO Marco Bizzarri joined the board of directors, flanking the likes of former Chanel global CEO Maureen Chiquet, who was named chair of the company in 2020.Luisa Zargani, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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Miller spends many hours in the space, whose glass roof is by Global Solarium, not having to worry about soiling the teak table and rattan chairs by Sika or concrete counters by Cement Elegance.David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 20 Nov. 2024
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Trending Nationally Atmospheric river heading into Bay Area, will bring first major storms of winter rainy season Boston is spending millions on bike lanes amid a budget crunch.The Denver Post, The Denver Post, 20 Nov. 2024
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However, try to be cautious of spending impulsively — Mars in Leo loves extravagance!Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 Nov. 2024
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The film combines slasher-style chase sequences while indulging retro monster movie extravagance and a nice smattering of visceral gore.EW.com, EW.com, 31 Oct. 2024
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The divisive race has left Americans exhausted and on edge, Sonoma State Political Science Professor David McCuan said.Julia Prodis Sulek, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Javonte Williams, Running Back Williams, 24, came to Denver with high expectations after the team exhausted a second-round pick on the North Carolina product back in 2021.Vincent Frank, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Splurge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/splurge. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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