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wallow in

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wallow (around) in something
to roll around in something. Pigs enjoy wallowing around in mud. They wallow in mud to keep cool.

wallow in something

Fig. to experience an abundance of something. (Fig. on wallow (around) in something.) Roger and Wilma are just wallowing in money. Claire spent the entire day wallowing in self-pity. The villagers are all wallowing in superstition.


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Byline: After more than half a century in Hollywood, Jane Fonda refuses to wallow in typical celebrity fluff.
We've still got fourth place to play for and the UEFA Cup so let's make it a great end to the season and not wallow in defeat - although this does hurt.
When residential care means selling the family home and when inheritance tax penalises the thrifty, isn't it nice to know that some can wallow in cash they don't even remotely deserve?
 
 
 
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