Example Sentences

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The compassionate attention she lavishes on her gentle, troubled protagonist opens up an entire world, if you’re willing to take in what’s been hiding in plain sight.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 8, 2024

“For this reason, I wish in my first encyclical to speak of the love which God lavishes upon us, and which we in turn must share with others.”

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2022

The virtuosity Wilson lavishes on a composer he is determined to restore to stature is stunning, no matter how many times you hear it.

From New York Times • Dec. 22, 2022

The playwright sneaks in bits of enjoyable wordplay, too, as when Rev lavishes praise on his own grilling skills.

From Washington Post • May 26, 2022

He lavishes attention on the great storm-colored beast and her tiny rider from the moment we meet in the morning until the moment they disappear for the parade.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen