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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
During the May 7 session, the group addressed topics such as congestion in the Mississippi Street corridor, the addition of pedestrian and bike amenities, roundabouts, and potential public transit solutions.
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Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Nevin worked as a consultant on 800 Broadway (about the unit mix, not the amenities) and said all new luxury towers downtown need to charge high rents to make up for the cost of construction.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025
Those who chose to stay at the Algiers also got complimentary tickets to TV show tapings at nearby studios, an amenity more than a few Hollywood motels offered back in the day.
—Marah Eakin, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
While there’s no public Wi-Fi at the campsites, there are toilets, showers, drinkable tap water, and battery-charging facilities, among other amenities.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
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Deborah Laverty, Chicago Tribune, 15 May 2025
Nevin worked as a consultant on 800 Broadway (about the unit mix, not the amenities) and said all new luxury towers downtown need to charge high rents to make up for the cost of construction.
—Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 May 2025
Those who chose to stay at the Algiers also got complimentary tickets to TV show tapings at nearby studios, an amenity more than a few Hollywood motels offered back in the day.
—Marah Eakin, Los Angeles Times, 15 May 2025
While there’s no public Wi-Fi at the campsites, there are toilets, showers, drinkable tap water, and battery-charging facilities, among other amenities.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
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Gentle affectionate gestures usually are the prelude to intimacy, like a hand on your back, a caress on the cheek or even just cuddling in bed.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Rather, there’s a mutually healing trajectory to this strange, secretive summer of playing house, and Petzold observes its gradual onset in fine details of gesture, expression and domestic routine — and its lapses when people fall intermittently out of character.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
17 May 2025
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The carrier on Tuesday unveiled a new business class suite called 'Polaris Studio' for the new aircraft, which will have 25% larger seats, caviar service, skincare kits, 27-inch screens and other luxury offerings.—
Shivansh Tiwary,
USA Today,
14 May 2025
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Keeping the current roster together would cost about $500 million, including luxury taxes.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
13 May 2025
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As Americans have increasingly turned to online pharmacies for cost and convenience, the problem is growing more concerning every year.—
Robert Glatter,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Just a short stroll brings you to local schools, independent shops, neighborhood restaurants, and the train station, because convenience doesn’t have to come at the expense of charm.—
Miriam Schwartz,
Boston Herald,
11 May 2025
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Their only early scoring was courtesy of back-to-back two-out doubles from Freeman and Smith in the bottom of the fourth.—
Jack Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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Published on May 21, 2025 By Jaclyn Trop Photo : David Westphal, courtesy of Cadillac Photo : David Westphal, courtesy of Cadillac The model is a four-door hatchback presenting a mid-century modern aesthetic.—
Jaclyn Trop,
Robb Report,
21 May 2025
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Ubisoft provided flights from Chicago to Rome and accommodation so that Ars could participate in the preview opportunity for Anno 117: Pax Romana.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
19 May 2025
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Everyone Pile In With no designated guest accommodations, their son's room pulls double duty.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
17 May 2025
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Standout benefits: Auto-Owners also provides coverage for classic cars, as well as vehicles that have been modified for accessibility.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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Some key benefits driving the transition toward eSIM include: Instant Connectivity: Users can activate eSIM plans in minutes—no physical cards or waiting.—
Dmitri Verbovski,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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