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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Noun
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How about the little things, like mini bar, shower goodies, and other amenities?—
Meredith Bethune,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Feb. 2026 -
Open from April through mid-November, the getaway is part resort and part spa, with its private soaking cabanas—outfitted with oversized stand-alone tubs, soaking salts, and bathrooms—being one of the most notable amenities on property.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Feb. 2026
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Most Theon 911s retain enough creature comforts to feel relatively plush, which explains why some carry up to 220 pounds of leather alone.—
Basem Wasef,
Robb Report,
4 Feb. 2026
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Today, the 453 guest rooms and suites, decorated in soothing blues and creams, offer all the modern creature comforts for a tranquil getaway, from private lanais to deep soaking tubs.—
Jennifer Flowers,
AFAR Media,
30 Jan. 2026
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Scottsdale constantly has activities going on in the community, pulling in tourism that funds the city, maintaining its luxuries and aesthetics.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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While names like Louis Vuitton and Gucci have struggled to capture the interest of young shoppers, brands like Prada have capitalized on Gen Z’s love of little treats and desire for bite-size luxuries that are more experience-based, according to Ramírez.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
6 Feb. 2026
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Vachris has also touted the benefits of a diverse workforce.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
7 Feb. 2026
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Like Field, many people who have taken these drugs, broadly known as glucagonlike peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists, have seen weight loss stagnate—and nearly a quarter haven’t seen any weight or health benefits at all.—
Bethany Brookshire,
Scientific American,
6 Feb. 2026
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“Mod cons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20cons. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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