indulge

Definition

To yield to a temptation or desire.

Etymology

From Latin indulgeō (“I indulge”).

Example Sentences

• "He looked at the chocolate but didn't indulge."
• "I indulged in drinking on the weekend."
• "Richardson took over, and Mitchell proceeded to the refreshment room in his turn, but when he came back some ten minutes later, it was evident that he had been indulging in something more potent than coffee, and he was in a very muddled state."

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