Example Sentences

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He had splurged and gotten his nails done, and they looked fantastic, which I was sure to compliment him on.

From Salon • Apr. 19, 2026

He added that shoppers had splurged more on party food and desserts from its premium product range Taste the Difference over the holidays.

From BBC • Jan. 12, 2022

Mr. Breland, who had splurged on a fresh pair of thick-heeled Timberland boots for the occasion, didn’t expect to be shorter than Ms. Montgomery.

From New York Times • Nov. 5, 2021

Informed that quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson had splurged for Wingstop for his offensive linemen in past seasons, Grattan floated one reason for why he hadn’t yet munched on free chicken.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 12, 2020

My grandfather, not knowing he was soon to be fired, had splurged on four tickets to The Minotaur, playing at the Family.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides