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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 accommodations, including the five-bedroom Farmhouse, are decorated in a mix of globally and locally sourced furnishings.
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Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
Stay in kitschy Americana accommodations like the nearby Wigwam Motel.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Boutique hotels, guesthouses and women-only accommodations are strong alternatives.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Boutique hotels, guesthouses and women-only accommodations are great alternatives.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
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Jen Murphy, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2026
Stay in kitschy Americana accommodations like the nearby Wigwam Motel.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Boutique hotels, guesthouses and women-only accommodations are strong alternatives.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 3 Apr. 2026
Boutique hotels, guesthouses and women-only accommodations are great alternatives.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodation
Noun
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But like other federal employees traveling for work, the astronauts’ transportation, lodging, and meals are provided, a NASA spokesperson confirmed to Fortune last year.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
7 Apr. 2026
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But Tuchel loves the lodgings in Prairie Village.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
7 Apr. 2026
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The union and workers agreed to return to work after the company agreed to return for two days of face-to-face contract negotiations beginning April 9.—
Logan Smith,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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In a Saturday news release, UFCW Local 7 President Kim Cordova said JBS agreed to meet on Thursday and Friday to resume negotiations.—
Katie Langford,
Denver Post,
5 Apr. 2026
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Each one is stocked with an amenity kit of Blue Lagoon skincare, slippers, hair dryers, robes, towels, and a private shower.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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After spending a season playing in a minor league ballpark, the Rays are looking forward to going back to big league amenities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Smith is continuing to work, including making adjustments, to aid the team.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
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Delaying adjustments can put pressure on your account and create stress that could have been avoided.—
Fazila Shahid Lodhi,
Idaho Statesman,
8 Apr. 2026
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Through its history, the latter approaches have often left F1 divided, with difficult compromises that leave few fully satisfied.—
Luke Smith,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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During its introduction, Peña-Melnyk called the Reducing Energy Load Inflation for Everyday Families (RELIEF) Act a product of deliberation and difficult compromise.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Uncompromising lovers of luxury.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 Apr. 2026
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Vista Verde Ranch Clark, Colorado Vista Verde Ranch is all about rustic luxury, and guests are considered part of the family.—
Julie Bielenberg,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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Netflix has unveiled the full trailer for its film adaptation of Remarkably Bright Creatures, coming to the streamer May 8.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
8 Apr. 2026
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But even though the backstory may be similar, Daisy is not Holly in this adaptation.—
Max Gao,
HollywoodReporter,
8 Apr. 2026
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Set in breathtaking natural landscapes with all-inclusive convenience, North America's best dude ranches are perfect for family vacations and multigenerational trips.—
Julie Bielenberg,
USA Today,
4 Apr. 2026
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While there are specific guidelines that beer judges use to evaluate saisons, those are a more modern convenience, which the brewers who first made these beers would laugh at.—
Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Accommodation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodation. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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