We worked for the aristocrats of Chicago, and I had ample opportunity to observe the luxury and extravagance of their lives.

我们为那些芝加哥贵族工作，我有大把的机会观察他们奢侈铺张的生活。

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Alongside this “selective extravagance” is the growth of “fractional ownership”: time-shares in luxury goods and services formerly available only to those paying full price.

这种“有选择性奢侈消费”的“少量奢侈品拥有者”人数保持增长。 以前仅为全价购物的传统主顾提供的服务，现在他们也能够享有。

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Outraged politicians lambasted them for their extravagance, and commentators noted the incongruity of travelling by luxury jet to ask for money.

政客们怒骂其奢华，时事评论员们也强调坐豪华飞机去要钱之不合时宜。

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For high-end labels, this means competing to create spectacular retail spaces and experiences that convey the highest luxury, style, quality and extravagance.

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Rates range wildly, from affordable luxury to ultimate extravagance, depending on the fame of the course, the time of year and the amenities of the lodging.

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