How to Use splurge in a Sentence

splurge

1 of 2 noun
  • With that said, here are the best leather pants worth the splurge.
    — Sophie Dweck, Town & Country, 7 Dec. 2022
  • Who says slippers have to be a splurge?
    — L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025
  • Stressed over a recent splurge?
    — Usa Today, USA Today, 3 Oct. 2025
  • An oceanfront with a plunge pool would be my splurge.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
  • That’s all to say, a splurge goes a long way today.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 30 Nov. 2025
  • That’s all to say, a splurge goes a long way today.
    — Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 29 Nov. 2025
  • Don’t expect a big-name free-agent splurge like last year.
    — Alec Lewis, New York Times, 2 Mar. 2026
  • These splurge-worthy sheets made it on our list of the best sheets.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Our pick for a splurge set is a true statement piece for the kitchen.
    — Cai Cramer, Peoplemag, 20 Apr. 2023
  • Tkees’s Julia heels are worth the splurge.
    — Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 21 June 2026
  • These are pricey, but they're sold as a set of two and proved to be worth the splurge.
    — Lexie Sachs, Good Housekeeping, 21 June 2022
  • While this is a bit of a splurge, it’s designed to stand the test of time.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2023
  • The new floor was an $8,000 splurge, but worth it.
    — R29 Team, Refinery29, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Program members would hoard points to save up for the splurge.
    — Len Covello, Forbes, 27 Jan. 2023
  • Was that your only splurge in the bathroom?
    — Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2025
  • Hen of the Wood in Burlington is the splurge.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Ayers’ chicken thighs and mac ‘n’ cheese are worth the caloric splurge.
    — Usa Today Network, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2024
  • Worth the splurge are the time-capsule rooms, which have regal four-poster beds.
    — Zoey Goto, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
  • This roller has all of the bells and whistles, and is the biggest splurge on our list.
    — Lauren Manaker, Health, 27 Mar. 2023
  • This beefy battery from Jackery was a splurge that has now saved my butt.
    — The Editors, Outside, 31 Dec. 2025
  • Here are the best nonalcoholic whiskeys that are worth the splurge.
    — Allison Robicelli, Washington Post, 4 May 2023
  • Limit yourself to a couple of splurges a month.
    — Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2025
  • This kitchen shop is Lamourex’s favorite splurge.
    — Laura Begley Bloom, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025
  • And ringing in at just $20, this baking pan isn’t even a splurge.
    — Erin McDowell, Bon Appétit, 25 Jan. 2022
  • But, a splurge might be something like … great teeth, honestly.
    — Stephen Daw, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2023
  • For many of us who log lots of air miles a year, that splurge is Samsonite luggage.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2025
  • Even for those who aren’t especially well off, this is their one thing worth the splurge.
    — Marcus Thompson Ii, New York Times, 13 June 2026
  • His big splurge was to have a Snickers bar on the plane when flying home from a game.
    — Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2026
  • Here are the 5 best nonalcoholic whiskeys that are worth the splurge.
    — Allison Robicelli, Washington Post, 3 Jan. 2024
  • This could be a good time to put down a deposit on a big vacation or splurge on that new ski gear.
    — Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2022

splurge

2 of 2 verb
  • You should let yourself splurge once in a while.
  • We’re taught to save, not splurge.
    — Kayleigh Dray, Refinery29, 18 Aug. 2025
  • This is not about splurging to soothe a mood.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2026
  • Go ahead and splurge on one of these pairs—your feet will thank you.
    — Jennifer Heimlich, SELF, 29 Aug. 2025
  • Or splurge on a pair of award-winning shoes.
    — Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 14 Apr. 2026
  • If someone urges you to splurge, smile, breathe, and pause.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 20 June 2026
  • So feel free to splurge on a high-quality oven.
    — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
  • One more reason to splurge on cute new athleisure!
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 May 2026
  • Speaking of butter, this is the time to splurge on the good stuff.
    — Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Mar. 2026
  • One key, designers say, is to splurge on the things that will last.
    — ELLE Decor, 1 May 2023
  • Want to splurge on a Father’s Day gift?
    — Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
  • For those willing to splurge on a hot tool, this is the one to invest in.
    — Kylee McGuigan, Popular Mechanics, 17 Sep. 2022
  • But the takeaway here is not to splurge on every piece in your closet.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2025
  • If there are two or more of you, splurge on a whole chicken, fish, duck or lamb shoulder.
    — Tom Sietsema, Washington Post, 4 Aug. 2023
  • His clients splurged to the tune of $3,682 per night for their stays last year.
    — The Week Staff, The Week, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Once in a while, splurge on a bottle above your normal comfort price.
    — Dave McIntyre, Washington Post, 5 Jan. 2023
  • Those looking to splurge can take a look at some box suite tickets available.
    — Mark Heim | [email protected], al, 4 Jan. 2023
  • His boss, Pichai, has been willing to splurge on talent.
    — Mark Bergen, Fortune, 25 Nov. 2025
  • Guo splurged on a vintage rose Ferrari.
    — Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2025
  • Look for ways to indulge in joy without splurging.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 24 Jan. 2026
  • This is the kind of restaurant worth splurging on (and dressing up for).
    — Keith Pandolfi, Cincinnati Enquirer, 21 Aug. 2025
  • Browse for special gifts for friends, or splurge and grab yourself a new outfit.
    — Amanda Ogle, Travel + Leisure, 15 Aug. 2025
  • For an unforgettable stay, splurge on a pool suite.
    — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2026
  • More iPhone Deals Don't feel like splurging yet?
    — K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 9 Sep. 2025
  • Symptoms of spring fever may include the need to clean and the urge to splurge on new goodies.
    — Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 Mar. 2023
  • Feeling clog-curious but not ready to splurge?
    — Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
  • And so, for the holidays, this could mean splurging on that one top-of-the-line gift.
    — Alina Selyukh, NPR, 25 Nov. 2025
  • But also be sure to save a little time for post-lunch culture and a bit of splurging.
    — Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025
  • But also be sure to save a little time for post-lunch culture and a bit of splurging.
    — Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026
  • If the answer is no, then this is the year to splurge on a fully ergonomic desk chair.
    — Jamie Gold, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

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