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

The Dodgers also splurged in December by signing former New York Mets pitcher Edwin Diaz to a $69 million three-year deal, making him the highest paid closer in baseball.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

John scored quarter-zip sweaters for himself and his father-in-law, and his wife splurged on a tweed jacket for Christmas Day.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 22, 2025

The disco lights, which were splurged out on for these European nights, flashed towards the Frenchman.

From BBC • Dec. 11, 2025

Tonight, though, to Sandi's surprise, her father splurged.

From "How the García Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez