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revel in
revel in something
to rejoice or celebrate about something. All the children reveled in the fresh, warm, spring air. Tony reveled in his success.
revel in something
to get great pleasure from a situation or an activity She usually got the jobs she wanted, and she reveled in them.
Etymology: based on the literal meaning of revel (to dance, drink, sing, and enjoy yourself in a noisy way)
revel in
v. To take great pleasure or pride in something: The actor reveled in the critic's praise.