Example Sentences

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But this is not expected to be a Budget which will lavish new money on public services so that extra cash will probably be modest.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2023

Over the next little while, Trump will lavish praise on Melania for her crack presidential spouse skills.

From The Guardian • Sep. 27, 2019

I would expect that new friends will lavish her with gifts for the duration of her 19-city book tour, and I hope it isn’t out of line to suggest two books as especially thoughtful presents.

From Slate • May 3, 2013

Newspapers that will lavish column after column upon Moose.

From Time Magazine Archive

Soon from him as I pass away, His heir will lavish them with play.

From Fables of John Gay (Somewhat Altered) by Gay, John