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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
The law, which will allow buildings as tall as 85 feet in areas zoned for single-family housing, will take effect July 1 only in areas with high incomes and strong amenities, where new housing is more easily absorbed.
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David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Amid today's wellness renaissance, many gyms and fitness clubs can cost hundreds of dollars per month, depending on the level of access and amenities offered.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
Founded in 1929 as the Arthur Roberts Pine Beach Hotel, Madden’s offers great amenities—four pools, four golf courses, three beaches, one spa, and an Adventure Cove kids' program.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
Many universities make that experience as deluxe as possible, with posh amenities such as upscale dorms and lazy rivers.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
It’s also filled with plenty of thoughtful details, like horse trough bathtubs, Italian linens, Grown Alchemist amenities, and a notable art collection spanning Ruscha to Baldessari.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Vega said that homebuilding trends on display this year include smart home technology, flexible floor plans for multiple generations living under one roof, work from home spaces, community amenities and a shift from grays to more natural tones.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Spirit was a pioneer among ultra-low-cost carriers, keeping its fares down by stripping away amenities that travelers had previously taken for granted.
—Joel Rose, NPR, 2 May 2026
For families There are no age restrictions for younger guests, although the atmosphere is quite calm and grown-up plus there are no specific children’s amenities or facilities in the restaurant.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
Amid today's wellness renaissance, many gyms and fitness clubs can cost hundreds of dollars per month, depending on the level of access and amenities offered.
—Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 9 May 2026
Founded in 1929 as the Arthur Roberts Pine Beach Hotel, Madden’s offers great amenities—four pools, four golf courses, three beaches, one spa, and an Adventure Cove kids' program.
—Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026
Many universities make that experience as deluxe as possible, with posh amenities such as upscale dorms and lazy rivers.
—Boston Herald Editorial Staff, Boston Herald, 8 May 2026
It’s also filled with plenty of thoughtful details, like horse trough bathtubs, Italian linens, Grown Alchemist amenities, and a notable art collection spanning Ruscha to Baldessari.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 8 May 2026
Vega said that homebuilding trends on display this year include smart home technology, flexible floor plans for multiple generations living under one roof, work from home spaces, community amenities and a shift from grays to more natural tones.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
Spirit was a pioneer among ultra-low-cost carriers, keeping its fares down by stripping away amenities that travelers had previously taken for granted.
—Joel Rose, NPR, 2 May 2026
For families There are no age restrictions for younger guests, although the atmosphere is quite calm and grown-up plus there are no specific children’s amenities or facilities in the restaurant.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenities
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Small courtesies keep big efforts moving forward.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
15 Mar. 2026
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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.—
Simon Akam,
New Yorker,
1 Dec. 2025
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The chef Eric Ripert and his partner, Maguy Le Coze, understand that space and time are as much luxuries as the commitment to craft and decades of dedication that give each plate here a consummate gleam.—
Ligaya Mishan,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Our household had no luxuries, no snack foods, no desserts, no popular culture except what came from the AM radio, and only a few appliances, including a washer but no dryer.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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This idealized family could own a suburban home, one or two cars, and a constantly revolving selection of modern conveniences.—
Samira Mehta,
The Conversation,
6 May 2026
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But there’s a real satisfaction in watching Ohm figure out the suite’s unique conveniences, run by analog systems of pulleys and levers, confronting the terrors within and mastering them for his survival.—
Katie Walsh,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
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This includes the importance of gestures such as going to retrieve from the family casket a pin that reproduces the British and American flags together, as well as those that actually fly on the streets of Washington.—
Giorgia Olivieri,
Vanity Fair,
28 Apr. 2026
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The high five is one of the most universal gestures in sports.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
27 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Now that officer Kyle McLaughlin got a bump in his title (detective specialist) and salary, what will Kelly the horse get in his accommodations besides an apple and a carrot or two?—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
6 May 2026
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Low pay, heavy workloads, and lack of clear worker protections and advancement opportunities have been common across the industry, but the pandemic really accelerated things, as issues like cost of living and accommodations for disability and caretaking were exacerbated.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
6 May 2026
Noun
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Alarm clock health benefits Research has proven that using devices at night can adversely affect sleep quality.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
8 May 2026
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There is also compelling evidence around the impact of dry sauna use on lowering mortality risk, with as little as 20 minutes per session, two to seven times per week, showing benefits.—
Jenny B. Fine,
Footwear News,
8 May 2026
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Those comforts include new furniture and charging stations for cell phones and computers with plans to open a cafe.—
Elizabeth Owens-Schiele,
Chicago Tribune,
4 May 2026
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The property definitely has five-star comforts, but the service, at least on this particular day, was still experiencing some growing pains.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 12 May. 2026.
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