Definition of mod connext
chiefly British
as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living bedrooms at the English country inn are filled with 18th-century charm, while the bathrooms have all the mod cons that 21st-century tourists demand

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Recent Examples of mod con There are no mod cons which means no keys, no sound system, no televisions. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026 Nash’s original wrought-iron work, oak balustrading, cornicing, sash windows, and fireplaces are complemented by mod cons such as air conditioning, heated floors, and an alarm system. — Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 1 Sep. 2026 All mod cons Being a new Kia, the Telluride’s technology—safety, convenience, and infotainment—is excellent and largely standard. — Kyle Hyatt, ArsTechnica, 17 Mar. 2026 Mute, calming colors, incredibly comfortable beds, and all mod cons accounted for. — Duncan Madden, Forbes.com, 31 Jan. 2026 As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons. — Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024
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Noun
  • Built in 1852, the bright white building serves as a luxury hotel, fitness center, and spa.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
  • That could come in the form of a salary floor, penalizing clubs who spend less than $150 million, or even raising the luxury tax threshold to $300 million in 2027, with an eye on getting to $360 million four years later.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 29 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • On standard time, early risers get the benefit of a little more morning sunlight.
    — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 31 Oct. 2026
  • When unnecessary costs accumulate, a small contractor may have less money available for raises, equipment, another apprentice or employee benefits.
    — Christian Swann, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • This family faithfully served their country while living at the highest echelons of their society and enjoying the best creature comforts.
    — Jieun Baek, Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026
  • But even non-billionaire buyers want creature comforts for the apocalypse.
    — Megan Buerger, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Jackson Hole's first and only ski-in, ski-out ultra-luxury private club and residences, which opened in January 2026, has five-star amenities, personalized service, and accommodations that rival the swishiest rentals.
    — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Davidson Just outside Charlotte and with all the hospital amenities of the nearby metro, Davidson isn’t just for the college students of its namesake university.
    — Eva Flowe, Charlotte Observer, 23 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • For travelers arriving independently, the lodge's location near the park entrance is a major convenience, though transportation and activities will have to be arranged separately.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Home Harvest is the latest contender in this indoor smart garden space, with two appliances designed to turn microgreens, herbs, and salads into something halfway between a countertop convenience and a gardening project.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Edmond and fellow applicant Jessica Thibodeaux attended the meeting, and each addressed the council to discuss their background and interest in civic service.
    — Randy Moll, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Ground systems support the constellation and help sustain the positioning, navigation, and timing services used by military forces.
    — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026

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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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