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as in gesture
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 luxury
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 convenience
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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as in sweetness
the state or quality of having a pleasant or agreeable manner in socializing with others
at the nursing home Mr. Crawford's natural amenity charms the ladies and puts the men at ease
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Recent Examples of amenity
The convenience of having a hotel on-site and the amenities of a condominium complex have resonated with buyers, Moss said.
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Maliya Ellis, Houston Chronicle, 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
These standalone homes provide access to all nearby hotel amenities—a gym, a spa, and the like—and are daily serviced by hotel staff.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
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Maliya Ellis, Houston Chronicle, 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
These standalone homes provide access to all nearby hotel amenities—a gym, a spa, and the like—and are daily serviced by hotel staff.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 8 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
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Yet such gestures failed to meet the scale of the problem.—
Molly Fischer,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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But on the flip side, some studies conclude that CODAs learn from playing interpreter at a young age to communicate better personally and professionally later in life, and may grow up endowed with special talents for conveying and reading facial expressions and gestures.—
Bob Brody,
Baltimore Sun,
9 May 2026
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The investigation comes as global health officials continue monitoring a rare hantavirus outbreak tied to the MV Hondius luxury cruise ship that has sickened multiple passengers and crew members and left three people dead.—
Brittany Miller,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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The backstory Originally opened in 1984 by two couples, Malliouhana was really Anguilla’s first luxury resort, putting the island on the map as a luxury Caribbean destination.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Alternatively, your parents' bank may offer what's called a convenience account or agency account, which would give you the ability to access your parents' account without being a joint owner.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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Earlier this year, the Princess of Wales stepped out for a royal gathering with a navy purse in hand, showcasing the convenience of the small-but-mighty style.—
Claire West,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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This one blends apple and pear for sweetness and texture.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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Edamame with Sea Salt & Dried Fruit This pairing creates a nice balance of nutrients with a touch of natural sweetness.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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Photograph courtesy Jennifer Hulse Israel seized control of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank during the Six-Day War, in 1967.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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For her final day of engagements in the area, Middleton wore a cream pleated Jenny Packham skirt, Blazé Milano pin-stripe blazer and belt, as well as Alicia flats in taupe and black courtesy of designer Camilla Elphick.—
Stefania Saltalamacchia,
Vanity Fair,
15 May 2026
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Natural light pours into the bathrooms, and ground-floor accommodations have alfresco showers (playfully dubbed secret gardens).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Think Brussels instead of Paris, Naples instead of Rome, where in both places, accommodation can be up to 30% cheaper.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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Teachers and nurses are now eligible for enhanced workers’ compensation benefits if they are assaulted on the job.—
Andrew Brown,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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Villa might yet finish sixth and take a Champions League place via winning the Europa League, but fourth place for Unai Emery’s side would not see the side coming sixth benefit owing to the complexities of UEFA’s European Performance Spots (EPS) system.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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