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drown; indulge
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to drown; to submerge in water
neutralMost commonly used to describe being trapped and suffocated in water, or causing someone to die from drowning.
The child accidentally drowned and died.
The village was submerged by floodwaters after the heavy rain.
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He accidentally drowned while swimming by the river.
Drowning first aid requires professional knowledge.
The drowning victim was rescued ashore and had already fallen into a coma from drowning.
verb
to indulge in; to be obsessed with
neutralUsed to describe being excessively obsessed with something or someone, often with a negative connotation.
He is so obsessed with online games that he cannot extricate himself.
Parents who spoil their children excessively will ruin them.
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Do not easily believe online rumors, lest you indulge in false information.
He is so obsessed with his pet that he even ignores his job.
Indulging in past failures will hinder your progress.