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as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a cool glass of lemonade sure would be nice
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as in polite
following the established traditions of refined society and good taste
had nice manners
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as in careful
hard to please
she's far too nice about her clothes for me to even consider giving her clothing for her birthday
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as in gracious
having an easygoing and pleasing manner especially in social situations
such a nice person to have as a party guest
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as in subtle
made or done with extreme care and accuracy
the noticeably nice folding of the dinner napkins told us that we were in the home of a domestic diva
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as in honorable
conforming to a high standard of morality or virtue
in those days nice people would not have been caught dead in a gambling casino
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as in formal
marked by or showing careful attention to set forms and details
a gentleman's club with a nice code of honor that no one can breach and still remain a member
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Recent Examples of nice
Holland, meanwhile, cleaned up nice in a merlot-colored suit, matching tie, white button-down shirt, and glossy black dress shoes.
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Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
The all-aluminum chassis feels sturdy and sleek, with a great kickstand and a solid detachable keyboard with nice travel.
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The rolling wheels are a nice touch, too—even high-pile carpet won’t catch this one.
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24 June 2026
Underfloor heating is another nice high-end addition.
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Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
24 June 2026
The all-aluminum chassis feels sturdy and sleek, with a great kickstand and a solid detachable keyboard with nice travel.
—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
24 June 2026
The rolling wheels are a nice touch, too—even high-pile carpet won’t catch this one.
—
Julia Harrison,
Architectural Digest,
24 June 2026
Underfloor heating is another nice high-end addition.
—
Adam Williams
june 24,
New Atlas,
24 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for nice
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nice
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Bartlett’s posture is ramrod straight, his voice a pleasant, precise British lilt that’s nothing like his natural Australian accent.
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Dogs are welcome, and the shaded setting is a pleasant place to linger.
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Now the top of the list is alignment, which is a polite word for influence.
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My polite reply to her email doesn't amount to anything more than a trivial note.
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Just be careful not to add water, since even tiny amounts can cause melted chocolate to turn into a grainy, clumpy mess.
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Ultimately, the widespread adoption of AI for mental health constitutes a global experiment with both potential benefits and serious downsides that require careful management.
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The axe came down swiftly and brutally, but, speaking candidly, Geoff Daniels, PBS’ Vice President, Programming & Development, was gracious about it, thanking the audience of mostly media industry people for their camaraderie.
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The gracious — and perfectly acceptable — way is not to serve alcohol to anyone.
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Available in a style with the same stripes that Paltrow favors, the top offers a subtle pattern that’ll make your outfit pop.
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The square neckline adds a flattering, feminine touch, while the subtle volume in the sleeves gives it a slightly dressier feel than your average tee.
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Manliness is a touchy subject these days, but there was a time when honorable combat was respected above the mere running of one’s mouth.
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And Florida passed only because one player made the honorable decision.
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The men, both in formal suits, appear jovial despite their opposing political views, with smiles spreading on their faces.
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Management cited its recent formal launch of FedEx Life Science, which provides specialized transportation services for the health-care industry, where packages can be both time- and temperature-sensitive, as well as accelerating growth in artificial intelligence.
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This delightful journey starts by passing through a decorative iron gate supported by stone pillars.
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There’s something delightful about plays about grand divas in crisis.
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“Nice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nice. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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