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indulge
to allow oneself a pleasure
In more detail
1. (verb) to allow yourself to have or do something that you enjoy, usually something you don't normally allow yourself
2. (verb) to let someone have or do what they want, even if it is not good for them
Examples
- 1. I indulged in a piece of chocolate cake after dinner.
- 2. She indulges her children too much and they don't listen to her.
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