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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
Recreation amenities were a key part of the development of the plans, and retention of open space, as was the style of the buildings, the representatives said.
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Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Enjoy luxurious stays at The Sanctuary, a five-star hotel offering modern amenities and breathtaking views.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
Enjoy amenities like house bikes and a bluestone patio complete with a gas grill and teak dining set for al fresco dinner and drinks.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Trees and shrubs are scenic amenities that also act as natural sound barriers for surrounding neighborhoods, and the medians are intended to encourage drivers to slow down.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
With refined decor and an intimate residential ambience, guests will feel like locals checking into an elegant Manhattan townhouse—without sacrificing the white-glove service and amenities of a five-star hotel, of course.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2026
Bruce and Li-Chun Moy of Lincolnshire returned this year to partake of the amenities.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Drive-through smoke shops, car washes and truck stop amenities also bring in revenue.
—Mead Gruver, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Sean Breuner, the chief executive of luxury rental company Avant Stay, said at each of their properties, renters will interact with products and amenities from 15 to 20 brands — many of them in the fridge — seeking out high-end consumers.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 25 Apr. 2026
Enjoy luxurious stays at The Sanctuary, a five-star hotel offering modern amenities and breathtaking views.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2026
Enjoy amenities like house bikes and a bluestone patio complete with a gas grill and teak dining set for al fresco dinner and drinks.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 24 Apr. 2026
Trees and shrubs are scenic amenities that also act as natural sound barriers for surrounding neighborhoods, and the medians are intended to encourage drivers to slow down.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 24 Apr. 2026
With refined decor and an intimate residential ambience, guests will feel like locals checking into an elegant Manhattan townhouse—without sacrificing the white-glove service and amenities of a five-star hotel, of course.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2026
Bruce and Li-Chun Moy of Lincolnshire returned this year to partake of the amenities.
—Karie Angell Luc, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Drive-through smoke shops, car washes and truck stop amenities also bring in revenue.
—Mead Gruver, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026
Sean Breuner, the chief executive of luxury rental company Avant Stay, said at each of their properties, renters will interact with products and amenities from 15 to 20 brands — many of them in the fridge — seeking out high-end consumers.
—Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenities
Noun
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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
Noun
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Uniting the Selke Guys One of the luxuries Tampa has at its disposal is having two terrific defensive centers in Anthony Cirelli and Yanni Gourde.—
Arpon Basu,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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Our room, for example, had luxuries like a bathtub that jutted out from the bathroom, overlooking the oversized terrace that stepped us into the layered garden.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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Additional conveniences include an elevator, a full-house generator, a new seawall, and a comprehensive security system.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
23 Apr. 2026
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But there also are the conveniences of a toilet, shower and kitchen appliances, photos show.—
Simone Jasper
Updated April 21,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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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
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These accommodations are suitable for single travelers or couples, as the space has a single king-sized bed and doesn’t have a sofa or other furniture that can accommodate a sleeping guest.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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No one was injured, but some University of Kansas students have been given temporary housing accommodations after Stephenson Scholarship Hall sustained major storm damage early Monday morning, KU confirmed.—
Matthew Kelly
April 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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But for all the prospective benefits, the Giants gave up a lot.—
Charlotte Carroll,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Individuals who delay claiming Social Security past full retirement age stand to increase their benefits by 8% per year up to age 70.—
Greg Iacurci,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Passengers were willing to pay a bit more for seats with extra legroom or other comforts rather than choose bargain prices.—
Donald Judd,
CNN Money,
23 Apr. 2026
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Even with modern comforts such as a pool and gym, the atmosphere is resolutely agricultural.—
Christine Chitnis,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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