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mod cons

noun

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

Travel planning is complicated because consumers must compare locations, prices, ratings, reviews, amenities, cancellation rules, distance from venues and fit for the group.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Wellness amenities include a full gym, a cold plunge, a massage room, and a sauna lined with a Himalayan salt wall.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 July 2026

Definition of amenities

Noun

Don't forget a few creature comforts to make the entire journey more pleasant for all.

— Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026
More importantly, however, Chiron enters Taurus today, offering a preview of a much deeper collective healing journey around self-worth, money matters, creature comforts and personal values.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026

Definition of creature comforts

Noun

Many of the luxuries and safety features seen as standard today, such as console screens or air bags, are difficult to jam into spaces that were never designed for them.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Gang bosses had enjoyed surreal luxuries inside — a zoo, a discotheque, a cockfight arena — while directing rackets that had spread across the hemisphere as Tren de Aragua took control of smuggling routes and victimized Venezuelan immigrants.

— Sebastian Rotella, ProPublica, 10 July 2026

Definition of luxuries

Noun

Molinar’s settlement is equal to the sum of one year’s salary and benefits, according to the separation agreement released by Fort Worth ISD officials on Tuesday in response to an open records request.

— Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
Doing so could have health benefits greater than participating in other recreational sports or fitness activities.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026

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