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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
Brooklyn Tower is home to 100,000 square feet of exclusive indoor and outdoor amenities as well.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Beyond tweaking its entertainment offerings, Hard Rock is also exploring the addition of a hotel and other amenities to defend its turf against the Ho-Chunk Nation, which is building a $405 million casino complex 18 miles away in Beloit, Wisconsin.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
The Château de la Messardière does boast multiple amenities — including restaurants, pools, and a sporting club — where the plot could play out.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
The Capital One plan is among the latest expansion of amenities at the airport.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 10 Jan. 2026
Beyond tweaking its entertainment offerings, Hard Rock is also exploring the addition of a hotel and other amenities to defend its turf against the Ho-Chunk Nation, which is building a $405 million casino complex 18 miles away in Beloit, Wisconsin.
—Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 9 Jan. 2026
The Château de la Messardière does boast multiple amenities — including restaurants, pools, and a sporting club — where the plot could play out.
—Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 9 Jan. 2026
The Capital One plan is among the latest expansion of amenities at the airport.
—Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
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But the gesture may be more symbolic than practical, since the ordinance could be difficult to enforce if passed, according to the county’s attorney.—
Ilana Arougheti,
Kansas City Star,
13 Jan. 2026
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This is a childhood that had all its ordinariness burned out of it by the linking of even seemingly trivial gestures (an offering of candy, a bath, a swim, the dust in a corner of a room) to an entire array of physical and mental agonies.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
13 Jan. 2026
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Or for a longer trip, Heather Wassel, a travel designer who specializes in luxury Europe trips, recommends a trip that takes advantage of both Juneteenth and July 3.—
Natalie B. Compton The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
1 Feb. 2026
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Infinity builds on Pacaso’s recent expansion into the luxury marketplace.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
31 Jan. 2026
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Guests can easily communicate any requests via WhatsApp—a modern convenience that fits seamlessly into the hotel’s intuitive service.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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This recipe combines a rich, aromatic flavor with the convenience of a hands-off preparation.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Frozen grapes are a treat as all-natural mini ice pops, dilution-free ice cubes for drinks, or toss them into any smoothie recipe for extra sweetness and thickening power.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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Salty, buttery chicken livers finish with a touch of oniony sweetness.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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All of its radiance-granting powers are effectively put towards a scent that comes alive with glowy warmth, courtesy of the mandarin, magnolia, coconut, sandalwood, and other ingredients found within.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
30 Jan. 2026
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Set inside a 17th-century former noble residence, the building has been a hotel since 1811—a grand, if slightly dusty, fixture of the Roman hospitality circuit—before having the cobwebs blown off courtesy of a four-year renovation overseen by the French-Mexican architect and designer Hugo Toro.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
28 Jan. 2026
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Transportation logistics, including transfers between the airport, accommodations, and hospital facilities, are also managed to help streamline the overall experience.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
11 Jan. 2026
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The benefits of studying abroad significantly outweigh the luxury accommodations that are increasingly common at institutions of higher education.—
Brian Harfe,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Jan. 2026
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Creativity, too, benefits from this partnership.—
Rodger Dean Duncan,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Nearly one in seven Massachusetts residents receives SNAP benefits, a rate far higher than neighboring states like New Hampshire, Vermont, and Connecticut.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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