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splurge (verb), splurges; splurged; splurging
1. To spend money lavishly or extravagantly: Tom and his wive decided to splurge on a meal at the very expensive restaurant so they could celebrate their tenth wedding anniversary.

George and Tina splurged part of their financial savings on an expensive trip to Europe.

2. Etymology: of uncertain origin.
To indulge in extravagant spending.
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