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Definition overindulge in American English

overindulge verb

[intransitive/transitive] verb
/ˌoʊvərɪnˈdʌldʒ/
1

to allow yourself to have too much of something you enjoy, especially food or drink

Example

She overindulged in chocolate and felt sick.

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1.1

to allow someone to do or have whatever they want

Example

It's always a temptation to overindulge your children.

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Definition overindulge in American English