niceties

plural of nicety

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Recent Examples of niceties Although the history of British colonialism is every bit as violent as the history of slavery, it’s just been papered over with Queen Victoria and niceties. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 29 July 2026 With the trade deadline just six days away, the time for such niceties is over. Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 28 July 2026 No, not the usual idle front-row niceties, but the scorching heat wave that has settled like a dense cloud over the City of Lights. Max Berlinger, Vogue, 24 June 2026 There have been niceties and brownnosing, but no sanctions or threats thereof. Mirjam Swanson, Los Angeles Times, 22 June 2026 But the word ‘power’ needs to remain prominent when thinking about the niceties of making friends and influencing people. Simon Chadwick, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 But Biden still kept up the niceties. Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 3 June 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for niceties
Noun
  • Closing this gap, aligning one’s internal world with external facts, begins with awareness.
    Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Zirin’s lively biography of this activist should remind everyone that history isn’t just about facts and figures but also context and compassion.
    Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • The updates to Willow Springs will also blend a mix of classic style and modern amenities, though the refurbishment process will take plenty of time to play out.
    Michael Teo Van Runkle, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • But the two men want additional amenities such as pickleball courts or soccer fields that give more people a reason to keep coming back.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The Presidential Press and Information Bureau, which released the photographs, said the meeting was held Monday morning but did not disclose the location of the meeting or provide details about what was discussed.
    ABC News, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • The state utility company did not offer further details about the blackout.
    Diego Mendoza, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Airport officials, however, say visitors can expect much of the same luxuries and safety.
    Hunter Sowards, CBS News, 29 July 2026
  • While the kebabs feel like real luxuries at Adana, the rice is its own treasure.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
Noun
  • The Greek island boasts both relaxation and conveniences thanks to its abundance of high-quality accommodation options, spa and wellness facilities, and beautiful beaches.
    Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • For now, the buildings with interesting stories and modern conveniences are king.
    Cassidy Alexander, AJC.com, 22 July 2026
Noun
  • More recent research suggests that Covid-19 vaccines have continued to show benefits, even as population immunity levels grow and the virus becomes less novel.
    Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The logic is that if colleges are afraid to sign a player out of fear of retaliation, the player won’t receive the benefits of Judge Sweeney’s order granting the injunction.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 4 Aug. 2026

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“Niceties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niceties. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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