Lavish on

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verb

To give a lot of something, often in a generous or excessive way.

He never hesitated to lavish praise on his students.
Visual representation of "lavish on" - To give a lot of something, often in a generous or excessive way.

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  • lavish praise on
  • lavish attention on
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Generous Excess

Used when someone gives more than necessary, often to show affection or admiration.

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He would lavish on gifts whenever she achieved something, big or small.
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Emotional Undertone

Conveys strong emotion such as love, pride, or gratitude when used in personal contexts.

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Grandma would lavish on attention and homemade treats whenever we visited.
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Not Always Positive

Can imply negatives like excessiveness or spoilage when too much is given.

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The director's tendency to lavish on praise left employees feeling complacent.
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