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as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement
the twins each made an accommodation: Jane agreed to Joan's pink curtains and Joan agreed to Jane's purple rug
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as in amenity
something that adds to one's ease of living
a village that wants to attract tourists but doesn't even provide public accommodations for their sanitary needs
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as in adjustment
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation
an accommodation to changing economic conditions will be necessary if the church is to remain open
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Recent Examples of accommodation
The colorful and sophisticated accommodations emphasize comfort via squishy couches and plush bedding, and clever layouts make smart use of the space in rooms and suites alike.
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Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, a substantial debt remains on the last accommodation.
—John O'Connor, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Tell us all about the accommodations.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
The Accommodations Upon checking into the inn, you’ll be directed to your accommodations.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
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Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Mar. 2026
Meanwhile, a substantial debt remains on the last accommodation.
—John O'Connor, Fortune, 14 Mar. 2026
Tell us all about the accommodations.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Mar. 2026
The Accommodations Upon checking into the inn, you’ll be directed to your accommodations.
—Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodation
Noun
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Travelers who sought local emergency lodging reportedly found hotels fully booked with Spring Breakers and seasonal vacationers.—
David Lyons,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Mar. 2026
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She's created a GoFundMe for medical bills, travel expenses, lodging, and care for her other son, hoping the community will pitch in for their long road ahead.—
Jack Springgate,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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Trump helped negotiate a peace deal between Congo and neighboring Rwanda, seen as an indirect but key player in the conflict, while Qatar and other partners have championed similar efforts involving direct negotiations between the government and the M23.—
OPE ADETAYO,
Arkansas Online,
15 Mar. 2026
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The warnings of mass surveillance, the senior Administration official familiar with the negotiations told me, were a public-relations move designed to capitalize on widespread anti-ICE sentiment.—
Gideon Lewis-Kraus,
New Yorker,
14 Mar. 2026
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Equity Residential, which owns Vista Del Lago, plans to demolish 68 of the 608 existing units in the complex and some amenities to make way for the building with 418 new apartments, including 53 affordable units, and a seven-level parking structure with 658 spaces.—
Mona Darwish,
Oc Register,
14 Mar. 2026
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Talking to the Pioneer Press on Friday, Young said the decision weighed heavily on city staff, as residents commonly mention the pool as a favorite amenity in the community.—
Elliot Mann,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
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Staff will use a heat map to track where traffic goes on the site and how long users spend there to measure content performance in real time and make adjustments accordingly.—
Chaya Tong,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Mar. 2026
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Your discerning side notices details others miss, so name what works and what hurts before proposing adjustments that would fix the latter.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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Lead the compromise by keeping empathy at the center of everything.—
Tarot.com,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Mar. 2026
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The compromise bill includes no lifetime caps but requires departments to set limits on how many times companies can apply each year for the SBA funding, prioritizing startups new to the programs.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The mix of old world glamour and service with modern, fun touches make this the definition of modern day luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 Mar. 2026
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Madera has devoted his fortune to restoring historic estates and transforming them into intimate luxury retreats.—
Mark Ellwood,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2026
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The Guthrie Theater’s 2026–2027 season is set to feature a newer collection of works alongside classics, including several original compositions or adaptations created within the past decade.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
18 Mar. 2026
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With a slate of projects ranging from Mother Mary and The Devil Wears Prada 2 to Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of The Odyssey, audiences will be seeing the actor a lot on the big screen for the better part of 2026.—
Mykenna Maniece,
Vogue,
18 Mar. 2026
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Modern convenience also plays a huge role in these new spaces.—
Rosehill Gardens,
Kansas City Star,
20 Mar. 2026
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Every room is simple, with a balance of comfort and convenience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Accommodation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodation. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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