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as in amenities
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a private yacht is a luxury
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as in conveniences
something that adds to one's ease of living
having one's own bathroom is one of life's greatest luxuries
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Recent Examples of luxuries
Sanogo said that, when individuals do not have the resources to buy everyday essentials or discretionary luxuries, seeing others treat expensive items casually can create feelings of scarcity, which may lead to envy or resentment.
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Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
Each comes equipped with a woodstove, real mattresses, and running water—unexpected luxuries so far from civilization.
—Outside Editors, Outside, 16 Oct. 2025
However, these skyrocketing living costs don’t mean that top earners are willing to cut back on all their luxuries.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
Even the more utilitarian and mundane areas of the home include unexpected conveniences and luxuries.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2025
Cast can also win luxuries for their teams that make life more comfortable.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
An extension of little luxuries, this trend is an easy way to treat yourself to something both beautiful and delicious!
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
The Amazon gift bestsellers span little luxuries that make easy gifts for women, practical picks that double as gifts for men, and culinary crowd-pleasers for bosses or housewarmings.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
Think of it as your seasonal checklist, a mix of everyday essentials and little luxuries designed to make the new season feel that much brighter.
—Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Lydia Patrick, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Oct. 2025
Each comes equipped with a woodstove, real mattresses, and running water—unexpected luxuries so far from civilization.
—Outside Editors, Outside, 16 Oct. 2025
However, these skyrocketing living costs don’t mean that top earners are willing to cut back on all their luxuries.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025
Even the more utilitarian and mundane areas of the home include unexpected conveniences and luxuries.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2025
Cast can also win luxuries for their teams that make life more comfortable.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2025
An extension of little luxuries, this trend is an easy way to treat yourself to something both beautiful and delicious!
—Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
The Amazon gift bestsellers span little luxuries that make easy gifts for women, practical picks that double as gifts for men, and culinary crowd-pleasers for bosses or housewarmings.
—Malia Griggs, Glamour, 2 Oct. 2025
Think of it as your seasonal checklist, a mix of everyday essentials and little luxuries designed to make the new season feel that much brighter.
—Essence, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxuries
Noun
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In practice, that means if a user is searching for a stay in a particular area with certain criteria that isn’t available, Airbnb will now suggest other rentals with similar prices and amenities in nearby areas.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Oct. 2025
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The old main building at United’s training base did have similar amenities but the new, improved complex invites players to use them more frequently.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Rock royalty and actual royalty aside, the Chelsea’s remained popular since for its unique blending of traditional shoemaking materials with modern comfort conveniences, a combination that’s suited it to a time when sneakers are otherwise the norm.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
20 Oct. 2025
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What vacation homes do offer, though, are a lot of conveniences that are especially helpful for families.—
Karla Walsh,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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Here's what the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, which distributes SNAP benefits, told IndyStar about the impact on SNAP.—
Hayleigh Colombo,
IndyStar,
24 Oct. 2025
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The uncertainty has caused fear for the nearly 700,000 Wisconsinites who rely on FoodShare benefits.—
JR Radcliffe,
jsonline.com,
24 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Luxuries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxuries. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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