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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
But Biden still kept up the niceties.
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Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 3 June 2026
While these seem to have disappeared, along with many other niceties associated with flying, there are still other ways to get up close to the action.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
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.
—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
Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 3 June 2026
While these seem to have disappeared, along with many other niceties associated with flying, there are still other ways to get up close to the action.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes.com, 31 May 2026
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.
—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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for niceties
Noun
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And to hope that—beyond the science, the facts and calculations—some small fraction of that sense of awe and wonder also made it into the book.—
Alexandra Oliva
June 1,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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Rather, the facts ground the fiction, the fiction enlivens the facts, and both work together to suggest that the pursuit of resurrecting the past and the pursuit of telling a good story can, in some cases, be one and the same.—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
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This includes square footage of housing as well as amenities that are once viewed as luxuries but are now seen as necessities, such as dishwashers and air-conditioning.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Instead, many were opting to take a helicopter straight from base camp to the amenities of the Nepali capital Kathmandu.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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Les Airelles Courchevel’s Hans Anderson details were crafted in the 1990s, avoiding the cold corridors and austere, dusty libraries of centuries-old country houses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Another document details exactly how to create a Patriot Front banner – down to how to tie the knots affixing the canvas.—
Will Carless,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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This includes square footage of housing as well as amenities that are once viewed as luxuries but are now seen as necessities, such as dishwashers and air-conditioning.—
Allison Schrager,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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Keep scrolling for my recommendations for a supportive neck pillow, a spacious carry-on backpack, must-have compression socks, and little luxuries that make a big difference at 32,000 feet.—
Chantelle Kincy,
Travel + Leisure,
30 May 2026
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Think loyalty program benefits, elevated dining, extensive amenities, and conveniences such as room service, late-night dining options, and an on-site spa.—
Jacqueline Dole,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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Fabri has helmed the group since 2000 and has developed a reputation for revitalizing underutilized properties, transforming them into contemporary luxury destinations with modern conveniences.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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The money can help cover medical costs, mental health treatment, lost wages, funeral expenses and more — up to $70,000 in lifetime benefits.—
Teri Figueroa,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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Most of the benefits from larger tax cuts have already been exhausted, Zandi said.—
Alex Harring,Deena Zaidi,
CNBC,
29 May 2026
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“Niceties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niceties. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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