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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 resort's family-friendly amenities ensure fun for all.
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Chelsea Adams, USA Today, 20 June 2026
The Sloane Club is trying to ride the tidal wave of money and interest flowing toward members-only clubs — businesses charging hefty annual fees for access to exclusive plush bars, restaurants and other amenities.
—Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
Douglas County Libraries Martinez is upset those outdoor amenities will come at the cost of the library and not the Sterling Ranch developer.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Inclusive pricing that covers most amenities, including meals, some beverages, and Wi-Fi.
—Susan B. Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
The new owner, Jasen Mark, snapped it up four years ago, then spent $8 million to turn a rundown resort into a new five-star property that artfully straddles modern amenities and a nostalgic embrace of simpler times.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
But there aren't all that many activities for kids on the property—for more amenities, the nearby Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge might be a better option.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
That’s why the Oak Park dad was on the playground — just a piece of the 20-acre campus’s amenities — with four of his five children enjoying the weather, days before Father’s Day.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Impressive amenities inside the larger home include a private elevator that offers access to every level.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Chelsea Adams, USA Today, 20 June 2026
The Sloane Club is trying to ride the tidal wave of money and interest flowing toward members-only clubs — businesses charging hefty annual fees for access to exclusive plush bars, restaurants and other amenities.
—Anna Cooban, CNN Money, 20 June 2026
Douglas County Libraries Martinez is upset those outdoor amenities will come at the cost of the library and not the Sterling Ranch developer.
—Olivia Young, CBS News, 20 June 2026
Inclusive pricing that covers most amenities, including meals, some beverages, and Wi-Fi.
—Susan B. Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2026
The new owner, Jasen Mark, snapped it up four years ago, then spent $8 million to turn a rundown resort into a new five-star property that artfully straddles modern amenities and a nostalgic embrace of simpler times.
—Todd Plummer, Robb Report, 19 June 2026
But there aren't all that many activities for kids on the property—for more amenities, the nearby Wilderness Kulala Desert Lodge might be a better option.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 June 2026
That’s why the Oak Park dad was on the playground — just a piece of the 20-acre campus’s amenities — with four of his five children enjoying the weather, days before Father’s Day.
—Darcel Rockett, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026
Impressive amenities inside the larger home include a private elevator that offers access to every level.
—Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 13 June 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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When an unpredictable economy makes bigger luxuries, a weekend away, a long-haul holiday, even the prospect of buying property, feel increasingly out of reach, people do not stop wanting luxury.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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And to celebrate, the Blue Lagoon is offering a special solar eclipse package complete with plenty of luxuries to pamper yourself with.—
Kristine Hansen,
Travel + Leisure,
18 June 2026
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Their replacement — clearly marked control panels for lighting and electric curtains, now inlaid in the wall — are one of the modern comforts and conveniences Jouin and Manku discussed.—
Carrie Bell,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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There are technological and social challenges that come with forgoing the conveniences of a smartphone in 2026.—
Sarah Jackson,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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Eric Ries in his 2026 book Incorruptible gestures toward similar uncompromising ideals before emphasizing practical safeguards.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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The architectural gestures are classic and direct — symmetry, height, proportion — while the materials and finish work do the heavy lifting.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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The interiors of all accommodations—minus the campsite—favor blonde wood and linens that feel wonderfully lived in.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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Currently, for example, if a student with a disability is denied school accommodations, her parents can often appeal to a single federal agency — the Education Department — to handle the violation.—
Alia Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
17 June 2026
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Located on the third largest reef in the world, Small Hope Bay Lodge is an unparalleled rustic eco-resort with all of the benefits of an extremely family-friendly all-inclusive.—
Chelsea Adams,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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But de Liedekerke stressed that the potential benefits of regenerative agriculture go beyond climate change.—
Jasmin Sykes,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Today, the 22-bedroom home has been meticulously restored, with more than $16 million invested, blending historic craftsmanship with contemporary comforts.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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Schmaltzy country-pop tunes about smiling at joggers and hanging with your friends’ kids and reveling in domestic comforts?—
Zach Schonfeld,
Pitchfork,
18 June 2026
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“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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