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as in amenities
something that adds to one's ease of living
a house with all the modern conveniences that buyers have come to expect
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as in restrooms
chiefly British
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
it can be hard to find a public convenience in an unfamiliar train station
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Recent Examples of conveniences
But there’s a real satisfaction in watching Ohm figure out the suite’s unique conveniences, run by analog systems of pulleys and levers, confronting the terrors within and mastering them for his survival.
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Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
But there’s a real satisfaction in watching Ohm figure out the suite’s unique conveniences, run by analog systems of pulleys and levers, confronting the terrors within and mastering them for his survival.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
Additional conveniences include an elevator, a full-house generator, a new seawall, and a comprehensive security system.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
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
The Amish prioritize their deep Christian faith and family life, eschewing many modern conveniences.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
This home combines historic charm with modern conveniences and comfort.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
Unfortunately, these supernatural tales drop into the story as conveniences rather than as spiritual experiences.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
To be sure, the new conveniences of life created by General Electric weren’t necessarily for everyone.
—Michael Kilian, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Katie Walsh, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
But there’s a real satisfaction in watching Ohm figure out the suite’s unique conveniences, run by analog systems of pulleys and levers, confronting the terrors within and mastering them for his survival.
—Katie Walsh, Boston Herald, 1 May 2026
Additional conveniences include an elevator, a full-house generator, a new seawall, and a comprehensive security system.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Apr. 2026
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
The Amish prioritize their deep Christian faith and family life, eschewing many modern conveniences.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2026
This home combines historic charm with modern conveniences and comfort.
—James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026
Unfortunately, these supernatural tales drop into the story as conveniences rather than as spiritual experiences.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 16 Apr. 2026
To be sure, the new conveniences of life created by General Electric weren’t necessarily for everyone.
—Michael Kilian, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conveniences
Noun
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Spirit was a pioneer among ultra-low-cost carriers, keeping its fares down by stripping away amenities that travelers had previously taken for granted.—
Joel Rose,
NPR,
2 May 2026
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There are 441 single family houses and townhomes in Pinewood, a new subdivision that was constructed during the Covid-19 pandemic and marketed with prices and amenities to appeal to young families.—
Ryan Gillespie,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Women say the women’s restrooms also are miserable, too.—
Charley Walters,
Twin Cities,
2 May 2026
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During the closure, State Parks and SCWD would make improvements to the campground, including creating larger campsites, adding new utility hookups, improving pedestrian and bicycle access, and updating the interpretive area, landscaping and restrooms.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
Noun
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Other luxuries include a movie theater, a full spa with separate facilities for men and women, an indoor pool, a hammam, cold and hot plunges, dedicated massage suites, a gym, a Pilates studio, and a beauty salon.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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Mundo Maya is a region filled with natural wonders, historic remnants, architectural and archaeological beauty, and modern-day luxuries.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Crafted by designer and architect Peter Marino in collaboration with Peter McCoy of McCoy Construction, the entire spread offers a total of 39 bedrooms and 50 full bathrooms, plus another nine powder rooms, across an astonishing 70,000 square feet.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
29 Apr. 2026
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Suites elevate the experience with more space, walk-in closets, upgraded bathrooms, and, for Neptune Suite guests, exclusive access to a private lounge, serving nibbles and drinks throughout the day.—
Aaron Saunders,
Travel + Leisure,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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To avoid straining, and therefore hemorrhoids, people can prop their feet up on stools or even stacks of old magazines to create more of a squatting position than sitting on toilets typically creates, Qureshi said.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
NBC news,
29 Apr. 2026
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However, pit toilets, picnic tables, water and food storage boxes are provided.—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Conveniences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conveniences. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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