revel
verb (used without object)
to take great pleasure or delight (usually followed byin ).
revelling
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present participleof revel.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Headingley gradually came to life after Tongue removed Imam, and the crowd gave home favourite Root a warm welcome before revelling in his late-evening progress.
From BBC ● Aug. 19, 2026
Or maybe just revelling in the Canadian capers.
From BBC ● Feb. 21, 2026
Italy's cricketers have been revelling in plenty of "pinch me" moments during their debut appearance at the T20 World Cup, and now they want more.
From Barron's ● Feb. 17, 2026
Jesus's first goal since January 1 left Arteta wreathed in smiles and Watkins' close-range strike in stoppage-time couldn't stop Arsenal revelling in their statement victory.
From Barron's ● Dec. 30, 2025
The inhabitants, heedless and careless as before, are wantoning and revelling.
From The Little Gleaner, Vol. X. A Monthly Magazine for the Young by Various
