Definition of accommodationnext
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as in lodging
usually accommodations plural a place to sleep and related amenities for the temporary use of a tourist or traveler a resort offering a wide range of accommodations

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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 There are no duds in the accommodation line-up, but for longer stays, the Ocean House or Bay House suites are the ones to book. — Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026 The backstory The SALA brand has become synonymous across Thailand over the last half decade for offering luxury accommodations in small, stunning packages. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 Since 2025, numerous states have passed legislation requiring health insurance to cover menopause care, reasonable work accommodations and better education for doctors. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 7 Oct. 2026 As for accommodation, a full-beam owner’s suite with a private forward terrace sits on the main deck, while a generous VIP suite with a fold-down balcony and three other guest cabins lie on the lower deck. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for accommodation
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Noun
  • Both include lodging, meals, and therapy sessions, with longer stays offering additional work and follow-up support.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Hotel and lodging, data centers and senior housing lead with double-digit returns.
    — Diana Olick, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • On the second day of mediation, the firms engage in negotiations.
    — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The two countries have been mired in deadlocked trade negotiations, have sparred over the US threatening sanctions over India’s purchase of oil from Russia, and are now at loggerheads over immigration.
    — Prashant Rao, semafor.com, 9 Oct. 2026
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  • The park is divided into 13 sections or access points, each with different amenities, attractions and camping rules.
    — Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Today, the hotel remains a grand dame of Milan, offering a perfect mix of old-world luxury with modern amenities, all delivered through impeccable hospitality.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026
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  • Ongoing care may be as simple as assessing how the patient is responding to their dosage and whether an adjustment is appropriate.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The lawmakers pointed to signal adjustments made to comply with federal rules protecting the Table Mountain Radio Quiet Zone.
    — Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • But for those who understand the unique driving experience that a 911 offers, the alternatives quickly start to feel like compromises rather than upgrades.
    — Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Rand said the application proposes demolishing the building at this time, but calls it a very early first step and adds that the owner is open to a compromise.
    — Gio Insignares, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
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  • The Credit Suisse findings suggest that what holds value isn’t luxury per se, but specific tastes.
    — Molly A. Wallace, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Kering doesn’t break down sales of individual houses except Gucci, but according to Bernstein estimates, the house generated less than €200 million in 2025, down sharply from a peak of €850 million during the post-pandemic luxury boom in 2022/2023.
    — Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026
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  • But this year, literary adaptations of classics are once again having a moment as audiences embrace fresh takes on familiar stories.
    — Saba Hamedy, NBC news, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Sean Lavery, who was a writer on comedies Cougar Town and Crossing Swords, has been set to pen the adaptation, which is being developed as a feature.
    — Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026
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  • To estimates that roughly 30% of customers are non-Asian, many drawn by the growing popularity of Asian cuisine and the convenience of prepared sauces, seasonings and pantry staples that simplify home cooking.
    — Sara Rosenthal, Denver Post, 11 Oct. 2026
  • The film stars Masami Nagasawa as a free-spirited children’s author who invites her doting husband and secret girlfriend to enter into a three-way relationship of convenience, when both partners simultaneously express their desire to start a family.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 11 Oct. 2026

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“Accommodation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodation. Accessed 17 Oct. 2026.

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