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as in luxury
showing obvious signs of wealth and comfort
the luxurious apartment was filled with the latest electronic gadgets and fine works of art
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as in sensual
given to or marked by excessive gratification of one's desires
squandered his fortune in the relentless satisfaction of his luxurious tastes
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Recent Examples of luxurious
But despite its charming design, the inside is customizable and can become a luxurious haven away from the hustle and bustle.
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Mia Ingui, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
Fisherman, 39, was charged in December with pinning down a woman as Oren and Alon Alexander took turns raping her in a luxurious Miami Beach hi-rise on New Year’s Eve in 2016.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Fons’ Mandane was every bit as gripping, too, sharpening her luxurious mezzo to deadly points in the first act and lacing it with sobs in the third.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
Outfitted with ceiling-height custom cabinetry, soapstone counters, and beautiful brass hardware, the pantry is quietly luxurious while still practical enough for everyday use.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2025
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Mia Ingui, Southern Living, 10 July 2025
Fisherman, 39, was charged in December with pinning down a woman as Oren and Alon Alexander took turns raping her in a luxurious Miami Beach hi-rise on New Year’s Eve in 2016.
—Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
Fons’ Mandane was every bit as gripping, too, sharpening her luxurious mezzo to deadly points in the first act and lacing it with sobs in the third.
—Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2025
Outfitted with ceiling-height custom cabinetry, soapstone counters, and beautiful brass hardware, the pantry is quietly luxurious while still practical enough for everyday use.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxurious
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Joined by four extremely sensual dancers, Starr powered through her hits, fully choreographed and vocally impressive.—
jsonline.com,
jsonline.com,
4 July 2025
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To preserve two years worth of wartime love letters that are frisky, sensual, imaginative and, above all, honest.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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The deluxe edition of the singer-songwriter’s second studio album Kansas Anymore arrived earlier this year.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
2 July 2025
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In April, Fontaines D.C. released a deluxe edition of the record with a few new tracks.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
Adjective
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The swinging Sixties, the hedonistic 70s, and the dress for success 1980’s had no time for Tiki.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Ditto his distinctive appearance, trumped only by a persuasive smile that conveyed an innocence and friendliness somewhat at odds with his braggadocio tales and hedonistic tendencies.—
Bob Gendron,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2025
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Peak wildflower season in the high alpine environment is likely about a month away, but wildflowers at lower elevations in the high country are popping amid luxuriant green meadows and aspen trees aglow with brilliant chartreuse leaves.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
12 June 2025
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These showy shrubs are bursting with personality—from fabulous texture-rich foliage to luxuriant blooms.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
25 May 2025
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The Champagne Bar is a more casual outpost, although still quite lavish (it’s called the Champagne Bar, after all).—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
9 July 2025
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In the capital city, San José, check out the National Theater, an 1,100-seat landmark that opened in 1897 and features lavish decorations, including a mural by Milanese artist Aleardo Villa.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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Jinkx had a beautiful showing in a season where the queens all got to just show their best every week.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
9 July 2025
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When will Trump's 'big, beautiful' bill go into effect?—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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The fine-dining restaurant, tastefully appointed with ornate chandeliers, wine racks, terrazzo tile and sumptuous cabernet walls, is scheduled to open in September, according to an Atlantic Village spokesperson.—
Phillip Valys,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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Suites feel sumptuous with their cream-on-cream décor: from the soft linens to stone floors; natural wood furniture to textural, sisal mats.—
Angelina Villa-Clarke,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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“Luxurious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxurious. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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