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as in facts
a single piece of information
knows all the niceties of diplomatic protocol
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as in amenities
something that adds to one's ease of living
a woman too fond of the niceties of urban living to even consider becoming a farmer's wife
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Recent Examples of niceties
These include niceties like complimentary garment bags in closets and a pet park with space for four-legged guests to play with toys and water bowls that can be sent to the room.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
John Feerick, the eighty-nine-year-old law professor who, in 1964, wrote the bulk of the Twenty-fifth Amendment, is used to people asking him questions about the niceties of replacing a sitting President.
—Diego Lasarte, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
The two women appeared to end their conversation on a positive note and continued to exchange niceties in their DMs.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Stop their vote now, sort out the legal niceties later.
—Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Other niceties do not need to be solicited.
—Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
There are all kinds of niceties to look forward to, including an expansive glass roof, a drop-down rear window, two glove boxes, spacious heated rear seating, lots of storage in the rear and the frunk, and high ground clearance for off-roading.
—New Atlas, 13 Mar. 2026
The hostility between them will not disappear, and diplomatic niceties may become rarer.
—Mehrzad Boroujerdi, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Rather than stressing over social niceties, sitting in ornate carriages and snacking on cream cakes, Sophie daydreams while scrubbing floors and delivering tea.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
John Feerick, the eighty-nine-year-old law professor who, in 1964, wrote the bulk of the Twenty-fifth Amendment, is used to people asking him questions about the niceties of replacing a sitting President.
—Diego Lasarte, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
The two women appeared to end their conversation on a positive note and continued to exchange niceties in their DMs.
—Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Stop their vote now, sort out the legal niceties later.
—Pat Beall, Sun Sentinel, 3 Apr. 2026
Other niceties do not need to be solicited.
—Mattie Kahn, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026
There are all kinds of niceties to look forward to, including an expansive glass roof, a drop-down rear window, two glove boxes, spacious heated rear seating, lots of storage in the rear and the frunk, and high ground clearance for off-roading.
—New Atlas, 13 Mar. 2026
The hostility between them will not disappear, and diplomatic niceties may become rarer.
—Mehrzad Boroujerdi, The Conversation, 10 Mar. 2026
Rather than stressing over social niceties, sitting in ornate carriages and snacking on cream cakes, Sophie daydreams while scrubbing floors and delivering tea.
—Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for niceties
Noun
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Romano puts herself in the curious position of fighting a battle that has already been won on facts but not yet in legend.—
Thomas Mallon,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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As a result, mathematical truths do not make up a unified whole of equally indubitable truths; instead, their status as knowledge varies gradually from doubtless facts to increasingly uncertain hypotheses.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
18 May 2026
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There’s also a separate clubhouse for teens with amenities like a pool table, video game lounge, and basketball courts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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Adding to the amenities here is the presence of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, a waterfront resort with an array of accommodations, its own spa, and myriad dining options.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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With exact details of a potential tax suspension still up in the air, the future is hard to predict.—
Wyatte Grantham-Philips,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Additional details, including the company’s leadership team and initial slate, will be announced in the coming months.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
13 May 2026
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Shoppers came for staples like flour, sugar, and salt; tools and hardware; fabric and clothing; kerosene for lamps; and occasional small luxuries like candy, tobacco, or coffee—items otherwise difficult or impossible to obtain, Koehn says.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
18 May 2026
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Goldman attributes it largely to lifestyle creep, the phenomenon of luxuries quietly becoming necessities.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
13 May 2026
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It's been uncomfortable for many people, but a good reminder to appreciate modern conveniences like indoor plumbing.—
Veronica Ortega,
CBS News,
12 May 2026
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It was then replaced in 1912 with the current lodge, built with cedar logs from Idaho and redwood timbers from California, and featuring modern conveniences like plumbing and electricity.—
Rachel Chang,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Beyond the taxpayer savings, the environmental and health benefits are clear.—
Justin Sanchez,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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In addition to these benefits of hyaluronic acid, the ingredient can address fine lines and wrinkles.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
15 May 2026
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“Niceties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niceties. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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