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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
The moral obligation to protect American lives ultimately supersedes diplomatic niceties about sovereignty, particularly when that sovereignty exists more in theory than in practice.
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Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
Such diplomatic niceties do not alter realities.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2025
Yet, as the niceties play out in public, analysts say this is an alliance of convenience, not conviction.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
Trump brushed aside those legal niceties, saying Bondi would immediately take over leadership of the Metropolitan Police Department.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 Aug. 2025
Rooms even come equipped with niceties like his and her straw hats and handwoven beach bags, and all of these are yours to keep.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
But the pizza videos show that people still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties — that implicit demonstration of a brutal capacity for honesty.
—Willy Staley, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
Those might be public niceties — unlikely given how laid-back and cheerful Nuguse appears compared to other elites — however framing this as progress is fair.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
But Paquita didn’t care about tradition or niceties.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2025
Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Aug. 2025
Such diplomatic niceties do not alter realities.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 14 Aug. 2025
Yet, as the niceties play out in public, analysts say this is an alliance of convenience, not conviction.
—Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
Trump brushed aside those legal niceties, saying Bondi would immediately take over leadership of the Metropolitan Police Department.
—Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 11 Aug. 2025
Rooms even come equipped with niceties like his and her straw hats and handwoven beach bags, and all of these are yours to keep.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
But the pizza videos show that people still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties — that implicit demonstration of a brutal capacity for honesty.
—Willy Staley, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
Those might be public niceties — unlikely given how laid-back and cheerful Nuguse appears compared to other elites — however framing this as progress is fair.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
But Paquita didn’t care about tradition or niceties.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for niceties
Noun
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Avoid retaliation risks by keeping interactions professional and focusing on facts, not emotions.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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That’s wisdom, not the accumulation of facts.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Glitzy amenities include two fireplaces, a wet bar, a library, a formal dining room, a professional-grade screening room, a game room, a gym, a wine cellar, and an 11-car garage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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The community offered no common amenities.—
Joyce Cohen,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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When asked by a reporter for more details about how Trump planned to ban mail-in ballots, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that the administration planned to work with Republicans on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Sep. 2025
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Specs, pricing, launch details Key competitors Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Mazda CX-90, Nissan Pathfinder, Toyota Highlander, Subaru Ascent.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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From there, the Cadillac Escalade IQL adds layers of luxuries that Cadillac buyers are used to, from a rear seat entertainment system with wireless AKG headphones to powered seats, a spacious third row and retractable running boards to assist every passenger climbing into the cabin.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Spending grew faster than incomes, eating into savings, and much of it came from necessities rather than luxuries.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Even though our homes now have the modern-day conveniences of air conditioning and heat, the stately appearance of a four-poster bed has given it staying power.—
Tessa Cooper,
Southern Living,
23 Aug. 2025
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Many states and voters have embraced early voting and by mail as conveniences to expand participation, safeguard against weather emergencies and, in some states, produce faster tallies of election results.—
Kristina Karisch,
The Hill,
19 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Vengathattil added that hospitals do not need to wait years to see the benefits.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Some clinical trials show short-term weight loss and better blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes,3 but these benefits often plateau within the year.—
Caitlin Pagán,
Verywell Health,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Niceties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niceties. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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