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
Historic charm is balanced with mod cons, such as central air, open layouts, and high ceilings.
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Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 July 2025
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Rosewood Hong Kong celebrated its fifth anniversary last year, so the building is still relatively new and features all the mod cons and additional services that do their best to fill up the almost 1,000 ft. high, $2.6 billion tower that houses the hotel.
—Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
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
Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024
At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Kauai, guests are welcomed with a B12 shot and the resort’s new wellness-specific rooms come with recovery-boosting mod cons including infrared light mats.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 9 July 2025
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Rosewood Hong Kong celebrated its fifth anniversary last year, so the building is still relatively new and features all the mod cons and additional services that do their best to fill up the almost 1,000 ft. high, $2.6 billion tower that houses the hotel.
—Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
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
Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024
At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Kauai, guests are welcomed with a B12 shot and the resort’s new wellness-specific rooms come with recovery-boosting mod cons including infrared light mats.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod con
Noun
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In short, in 2025 America, pickup trucks are a prime example of quiet luxury.—
Will Sabel Courtney,
Robb Report,
5 Aug. 2025
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The Niners generated $176 million in net gate receipts from general seating and club seating (luxury suites are excluded).—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The benefits to communities of scaling deep should not be underestimated.—
Tima Bansal,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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Portable benefits for gig economy workers Evers vetoed a bill that would have expanded benefits to drivers for delivery network and transportation network companies such as DoorDash, Uber and Instacart.—
Anna Kleiber,
jsonline.com,
8 Aug. 2025
Noun
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And, at the top end of the market, security has become just as important as other creature comforts.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
29 July 2025
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Take your morning coffee on the patio alongside sips of fresh mountain air, or retreat indoors for more creature comforts with a minimalist twist.—
Erika Owen,
Architectural Digest,
25 July 2025
Noun
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Decked out in the hotel's signature warm woods and lush fabrics, the king-sized suite features an expansive living room; a deep, limestone soaking tub; and complimentary Balmain bath amenities.—
Jalyn Robinson,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Aug. 2025
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It’s loaded with amenities, with six decks, eight staterooms, a private cinema, infinity pool and helipad.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Mariana counters that demand in prime locations remains strong and convenience is key.—
Jonathan Burgos,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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This reusable beeswax wrap offers the same convenience of protecting your foods without the potential harmful effects of PVC.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
5 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Detroit could see a high of 91 on Aug. 9, which will feel like 93 degrees, the weather service said.—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
9 Aug. 2025
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While Hammer & Nails is marketed towards men, women can also come in for a service.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Aug. 2025
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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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