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self-gratification
noun[ U ]
disapproving(alsoself gratification)uk /ˌself.ɡræt.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/ us /ˌself.ɡræt̬.ə.fəˈkeɪ.ʃən/
the act of getting satisfaction or pleasure by doing something or getting something that you want:
He only cares about his own self-gratification.
Freedom does not just mean the opportunity for self-gratification with no consideration of other people.
They are only out for self gratification and have surrounded themselves with yes-men.
Her desire for self-gratification was more important to her than her sense of duty.
I don't think they have any motives beyond self-gratification.
He was obsessed with power and self-gratification.
Our lives are usually happier when they have a purpose beyond instant self-gratification.
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