revel
verb (used without object)
to take great pleasure or delight (usually followed byin ).
has revelled
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present perfectof revel (3rd person singular).present perfect
Used to describe actions that started in the past and continue into or have direct relevance to the present.
Example Sentences
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Hall has revelled in his reputation as a bon viveur and claimed to have coined the phrase "the beautiful game" to describe one of his football heroes, former Man City player Peter Doherty.
From The Guardian ● May 2, 2013
The controversial breakfast show host has revelled in the notoriety and remains a dominant force in the competitive Sydney radio market.
From BBC ● Dec. 8, 2012
Throughout these Olympics Jamieson has revelled in the partisan support he has received at the Aquatics Centre.
From The Guardian ● Aug. 1, 2012
The club has revelled in the bold strides that it has taken this season.
From The Guardian ● Mar. 10, 2011
FUNGOSO, the son of Sordido, and a student; one that has revelled in his time, and follows the fashion afar off, like a spy.
From Every Man out of His Humour by Jonson, Ben
