1
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
Their replacement — clearly marked control panels for lighting and electric curtains, now inlaid in the wall — are one of the modern comforts and conveniences Jouin and Manku discussed.
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Carrie Bell,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
There are technological and social challenges that come with forgoing the conveniences of a smartphone in 2026.
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Sarah Jackson,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Public restrooms are not merely conveniences.
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Francesca Torriani,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
Rather than waiting for an elevator or running down the hall to refill your water bottle, a vacation rental offers all the conveniences of home with none of the cleanup that comes after a big weekend of fun.
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Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
Fabri has helmed the group since 2000 and has developed a reputation for revitalizing underutilized properties, transforming them into contemporary luxury destinations with modern conveniences.
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Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
The Streetsboro/Cleveland SE KOA boasts all the conveniences KOAs are known for.
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Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
16 May 2026
It's been uncomfortable for many people, but a good reminder to appreciate modern conveniences like indoor plumbing.
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Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
It was then replaced in 1912 with the current lodge, built with cedar logs from Idaho and redwood timbers from California, and featuring modern conveniences like plumbing and electricity.
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Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
Carrie Bell,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
There are technological and social challenges that come with forgoing the conveniences of a smartphone in 2026.
—
Sarah Jackson,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Public restrooms are not merely conveniences.
—
Francesca Torriani,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 June 2026
Rather than waiting for an elevator or running down the hall to refill your water bottle, a vacation rental offers all the conveniences of home with none of the cleanup that comes after a big weekend of fun.
—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
30 May 2026
Fabri has helmed the group since 2000 and has developed a reputation for revitalizing underutilized properties, transforming them into contemporary luxury destinations with modern conveniences.
—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
The Streetsboro/Cleveland SE KOA boasts all the conveniences KOAs are known for.
—
Robert Annis,
Midwest Living,
16 May 2026
It's been uncomfortable for many people, but a good reminder to appreciate modern conveniences like indoor plumbing.
—
Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
It was then replaced in 1912 with the current lodge, built with cedar logs from Idaho and redwood timbers from California, and featuring modern conveniences like plumbing and electricity.
—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conveniences
Noun
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The resort's family-friendly amenities ensure fun for all.
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The Sloane Club is trying to ride the tidal wave of money and interest flowing toward members-only clubs — businesses charging hefty annual fees for access to exclusive plush bars, restaurants and other amenities.
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On the hottest afternoons, the brand-new Nature Education Center is air-conditioned with roomy restrooms and cold water fountains.
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Brailsford's order allows transgender individuals to continue using single-stall restrooms matching their gender identity, or to use a multi-stall restroom when a single-stall facility is not available on the same floor of a building.
Noun
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When an unpredictable economy makes bigger luxuries, a weekend away, a long-haul holiday, even the prospect of buying property, feel increasingly out of reach, people do not stop wanting luxury.
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And to celebrate, the Blue Lagoon is offering a special solar eclipse package complete with plenty of luxuries to pamper yourself with.
Noun
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The house features 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
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Eleven full bathrooms and grand open living spaces—from a great room to a recreation room—offer ample room for both large gatherings and casual everyday living.
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Vault toilets on national recreation land generally have a pit at least 5 feet deep that can hold more than 500 gallons of waste.
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Only 20% of Mongbwalu residents have access to safe water, according to Oxfam, and a quarter lack access to toilets or hygiene facilities.
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“Conveniences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conveniences. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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