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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
Mexico, while convenient for U.S. and Canadian travelers, usually requires patients to organize accommodation independently.
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William Jones, USA Today, 28 May 2025
Violent riots erupted across the U.K. after the attack, in which mosques and migrant accommodation were largely targeted.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 27 May 2025
Sleeping arrangements will be in the ship’s storage and cargo area to recreate 19th-century accommodations.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
For the past six months, the 20-year-old poster has been organizing a two-month adventure through Asia, booking flights and accommodations well in advance.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 23 May 2025
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William Jones, USA Today, 28 May 2025
Violent riots erupted across the U.K. after the attack, in which mosques and migrant accommodation were largely targeted.
—Callum Sutherland, Time, 27 May 2025
Sleeping arrangements will be in the ship’s storage and cargo area to recreate 19th-century accommodations.
—Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
For the past six months, the 20-year-old poster has been organizing a two-month adventure through Asia, booking flights and accommodations well in advance.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for accommodation
Noun
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While there are several accommodations in the national park, traditional lodgings here were bare-bones mountain huts intentionally designed for discomfort for religious reasons.—
Olivia Young,
AFAR Media,
20 May 2025
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All are still growing and trading on the idea that a lodging with 30 rooms feels friendlier than one with 300.—
Christopher Reynolds,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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President Trump said Sunday that the U.S. will delay implementation of a 50% tariff on goods from the European Union until July 9 to buy time for negotiations with the bloc.—
Seung Min Kim,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2025
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The bill, which overall includes about $4.9 trillion in tax breaks, was passed in the House after weeks of negotiations and talks with Republicans, some of whom were concerned about constituents losing critical benefits and others who called for further budget cuts.—
Jason Lemon,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 May 2025
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Book a long-term stay in one of their high-end villas, like this two bedroom unit that comes fully stocked with a chef’s kitchen, in-unit laundry, and upscale amenities like the private pool and personal golf cart to maneuver around the jungle landscape surrounding the property.—
Shannon Sharpe,
Architectural Digest,
28 May 2025
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More than its looks, the castle offers a host of entertaining amenities, too, ranging from a theater to a tennis court to direct beach access.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
27 May 2025
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The Phillies prefer to have their lefties against Atlanta, Thomson said, so that prompted the slight adjustment.—
Matt Gelb,
New York Times,
26 May 2025
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The Knicks will huddle up and discuss adjustments to slow him down.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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Eventually, a compromise was struck and the England international will now move with immediate effect.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
30 May 2025
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Best Sleeper Sofa Pottery Barn Shasta Reversible Chaise Sleeper Sectional Specs Hosting guests in a small space requires some compromise, but any consummate host knows that good hospitality doesn’t come in the form of a saggy air mattress.—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
30 May 2025
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With a $400 million luxury jet waiting in the wings and a $37 million check in hand − thanks to settlements from Meta and ABC− President Donald Trump's future presidential library plan is ready for take off.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
26 May 2025
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Two suspects have been arrested and charged in connection with the kidnapping and torture of a cryptocurrency business partner in a SoHo luxury apartment in New York City, according to the New York City Police Department (NYPD) and local media reports.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Meanwhile, Variety reported that Martin, who wrote the video game, will help produce the film adaptation.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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If nothing else, a true Elden Ring film adaptation ought to be punishing.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
23 May 2025
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Beyond providing a robust and secure platform for trading and custody of digital assets, DBS is laser-focused on client convenience.—
DBS Private Bank,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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That’s one way to lessen the environmental impact while still getting the convenience of a pod coffee maker.—
Louryn Strampe,
Wired News,
24 May 2025
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“Accommodation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodation. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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