mod cons

plural of mod con, chiefly British
as in amenities
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 cons Spanning over 14,500 square feet—notably large for Central London—the polished pad seamlessly combines original period features and Victorian proportions with the latest tech and mod cons. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
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Noun
  • The updates to Willow Springs will also blend a mix of classic style and modern amenities, though the refurbishment process will take plenty of time to play out.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • But the two men want additional amenities such as pickleball courts or soccer fields that give more people a reason to keep coming back.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
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  • And creature comforts pervaded—from the in-room Chromecast to the plush bed.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
  • Don't forget a few creature comforts to make the entire journey more pleasant for all.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026
Noun
  • Airport officials, however, say visitors can expect much of the same luxuries and safety.
    Hunter Sowards, CBS News, 29 July 2026
  • While the kebabs feel like real luxuries at Adana, the rice is its own treasure.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
Noun
  • More recent research suggests that Covid-19 vaccines have continued to show benefits, even as population immunity levels grow and the virus becomes less novel.
    Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The logic is that if colleges are afraid to sign a player out of fear of retaliation, the player won’t receive the benefits of Judge Sweeney’s order granting the injunction.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Mod cons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20cons. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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