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as in courtesies
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners
an unhappy, bickering couple who, at least in public, observe all the amenities of polite behavior
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as in luxuries
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
we don't need an expensive hotel with all the amenities—just a place to sleep
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as in conveniences
something that adds to one's ease of living
that campground has so many of the amenities of home that it is best left to those who only like to pretend they are camping
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Recent Examples of amenities
Cruise ships often offer passes for thermal suite areas, which give guests access to amenities like plunge pools, hot and cold therapy rooms and heated loungers.
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Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
The lower level adds the kind of amenities expected at this price point, including a private cinema and a wine cellar with a backlit agate ceiling.
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David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Most had heavy concentrations of low-income tenants and few or no amenities.
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Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
Elsewhere, the cozy cabin invites you in with a stone fireplace and modern amenities like smart TVs and central heating.
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Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
As new operators entered markets and introduced different standards, existing companies needed to improve their properties, amenities, and customer experiences to remain competitive.
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James Nelson,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The property also leans heavily on resort-style amenities increasingly associated with modern glamping.
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Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
The Sloane Club is trying to ride the tidal wave of money and interest flowing toward members-only clubs — businesses charging hefty annual fees for access to exclusive plush bars, restaurants and other amenities.
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Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Douglas County Libraries Martinez is upset those outdoor amenities will come at the cost of the library and not the Sterling Ranch developer.
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Olivia Young,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Nathan Diller,
USA Today,
28 June 2026
The lower level adds the kind of amenities expected at this price point, including a private cinema and a wine cellar with a backlit agate ceiling.
—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
26 June 2026
Most had heavy concentrations of low-income tenants and few or no amenities.
—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
26 June 2026
Elsewhere, the cozy cabin invites you in with a stone fireplace and modern amenities like smart TVs and central heating.
—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2026
As new operators entered markets and introduced different standards, existing companies needed to improve their properties, amenities, and customer experiences to remain competitive.
—
James Nelson,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2026
The property also leans heavily on resort-style amenities increasingly associated with modern glamping.
—
Staff Author,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2026
The Sloane Club is trying to ride the tidal wave of money and interest flowing toward members-only clubs — businesses charging hefty annual fees for access to exclusive plush bars, restaurants and other amenities.
—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
20 June 2026
Douglas County Libraries Martinez is upset those outdoor amenities will come at the cost of the library and not the Sterling Ranch developer.
—
Olivia Young,
CBS News,
20 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenities
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Small courtesies keep big efforts moving forward.
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With both courtesies and catastrophes refusing to conform, the canton’s school board, publishers, and clergy were forced to produce multiple editions of primers, textbooks, and catechisms; sometimes five parallel print runs were needed for a population the size of a town.
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When an unpredictable economy makes bigger luxuries, a weekend away, a long-haul holiday, even the prospect of buying property, feel increasingly out of reach, people do not stop wanting luxury.
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And to celebrate, the Blue Lagoon is offering a special solar eclipse package complete with plenty of luxuries to pamper yourself with.
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America’s cheap conveniences can (and often do) spark snobbish criticism about junk food and car culture, but visitors are going viral for enthusiastically embracing the American way.
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And to make those ecosystems work, there are great conveniences built in.
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Against the home’s cleaner architectural lines, Burle Marx’s individual plantings read as painterly gestures, flashes of form and texture that give the grounds their modernist rhythm.
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An introductory section designed by Studio Adrien Gardère will spotlight the savoir-faire of Le19M’s 11 resident maisons d’art, focusing on the gestures, tools, materials and creative processes that define them.
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The case challenges the agency’s practice of holding noncitizens for sometimes days in facilities without a bed or other adequate accommodations.
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Our team ensures that every detail is handled seamlessly—from luxury accommodations and private yachts to VIP airport services, telehealth access, and discreet security solutions for those who require the highest level of privacy and convenience.
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For super fans, this combination has powerful psychological benefits.
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Morgan Stanley’s 2026 financial benefits study reported that 56% of employees say financial stress adversely impacts their work life, and a full 80% of business leaders believe these worries negatively affect work.
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The base model lacks standard comforts like power windows or an audio and infotainment system.
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The comforts of shock have worn off.
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“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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