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indulgences

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I love skincare, that’s one of my little indulgences.

From Los Angeles Times Apr. 13, 2026

The growing use of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs, greater scrutiny of ingredients, and government policies around food assistance are all nudging consumers away from traditional indulgences.

From Barron's Apr. 10, 2026

The bigger screens start out as indulgences for gadget nerds, but by 2020, nearly everyone is upsizing.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 6, 2026

This is the time of year when the thrill of post-holiday spending gives way to the quiet guilt of all those little indulgences.

From Salon Jan. 11, 2026

She was supposed to be an adult, when childish indulgences were supposed to be set aside, not dived into headfirst.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng