Definition of accommodationnext
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as in lodging
usually accommodations plural a place to sleep and related amenities for the temporary use of a tourist or traveler a resort offering a wide range of accommodations

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as in negotiation
the act or practice of each side giving up something in order to reach an agreement the twins each made an accommodation: Jane agreed to Joan's pink curtains and Joan agreed to Jane's purple rug

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as in amenity
something that adds to one's ease of living a village that wants to attract tourists but doesn't even provide public accommodations for their sanitary needs

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as in adjustment
the act or process of changing something to fit a new use or situation an accommodation to changing economic conditions will be necessary if the church is to remain open

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Recent Examples of accommodation Rooms The Alexander Hotel has 26 accommodations, ranging from entry-level rooms to the expansive Alexander Suite. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 Likewise, supporters should consider the situation when booking any associated travel and accommodation. Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 14 May 2026 Sleeping-bag-space accommodations start at $560 per person for three days and two nights; shared rooms start at $740 per person for the same stay, with private accommodations also available. Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 8 May 2026 For accommodations, Botania Relais & Spa is a seven-acre garden retreat focused on open-air living, thermal wellness and connecting to the island. Emily Longeretta, Variety, 7 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for accommodation
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Noun
  • Visitors swim in Cleopatra’s Bath and stay in electricity-free lodgings built from kershif, a traditional mud-and-salt mix.
    Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 18 May 2026
  • The decrease could have been sharper if not for inflation, which is bumping up the prices of lodging, food and goods.
    Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 17 May 2026
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  • The company specializes in using advanced artificial intelligence, including specialized agents and Large Language Models, to automate contract authoring, negotiation, and risk management.
    AllBusiness, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
  • Labor unions representing about half the system’s workers announced the walkout after negotiations with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority ended Friday without a new contract.
    Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 16 May 2026
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  • Eco effort Sustainability is at the heart of the 1 Hotels brand, and this comes across in almost every aspect of the hotel from responsibly sourced and reclaimed building materials to the design to the in-room amenities (right down to the soy ink in the pens).
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
  • What doesn’t make sense is why the same amenity is not available at the airport in West Palm Beach.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2026
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  • January 20 – February 18 A practical adjustment could make everything feel more intelligently arranged today.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
  • Experts say the adjustment may make push-ups feel more comfortable, but proper form matters most for effectiveness.
    Jamie Ducharme, Health, 13 May 2026
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  • Analysts at Bank of America said the meeting could emerge as a positive catalyst for ASML Holdings if the two sides strike a compromise involving semiconductor equipment export controls and rare earth supplies.
    Yun Li, CNBC, 13 May 2026
  • Trump is expected to call on China to pressure Iran toward compromise.
    Matthew Chance, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
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  • The investigation comes as global health officials continue monitoring a rare hantavirus outbreak tied to the MV Hondius luxury cruise ship that has sickened multiple passengers and crew members and left three people dead.
    Brittany Miller, FOXNews.com, 16 May 2026
  • The backstory Originally opened in 1984 by two couples, Malliouhana was really Anguilla’s first luxury resort, putting the island on the map as a luxury Caribbean destination.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026
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  • The highly anticipated adaptation of Rebecca Yarros' bestselling romantasy novel will stream exclusively on Prime Video in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.
    Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
  • Pugh, meanwhile, is starring in East of Eden, the streamer’s limited series adaptation of John Steinbeck’s classic novel.
    Peter White, Deadline, 13 May 2026
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  • Alternatively, your parents' bank may offer what's called a convenience account or agency account, which would give you the ability to access your parents' account without being a joint owner.
    Sarah Agostino, CNBC, 15 May 2026
  • Earlier this year, the Princess of Wales stepped out for a royal gathering with a navy purse in hand, showcasing the convenience of the small-but-mighty style.
    Claire West, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026

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“Accommodation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/accommodation. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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