amenities

plural of amenity
1
as in courtesies
an act or utterance that is a customary show of good manners an unhappy, bickering couple who, at least in public, observe all the amenities of polite behavior

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as in luxuries
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary we don't need an expensive hotel with all the amenities—just a place to sleep

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as in conveniences
something that adds to one's ease of living that campground has so many of the amenities of home that it is best left to those who only like to pretend they are camping

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Recent Examples of amenities Additional medical staff are on site, and cooling amenities include an inflatable misting station near the First Base Plaza and misting fans at the Left Field Plaza and Section 210. Eva Andersen, CBS News, 2 July 2026 The complex has amenities such as a fitness center, coffee shop, movie theater, community garden, community center and library, and a picnic area with grills, providing common spaces for residents to socialize, volunteer and relax. Kansas City Star, 2 July 2026 At check-in, guests are greeted with a glass of Coors Banquet or seasonal wine, and additional amenities include ice cream during the hotel’s social hour and access to s’more kits and roasting tools. Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 2 July 2026 Outside, additional impressive amenities are found, including the heated pool with stunning mountain views, spacious terraces with seating areas and a fire pit that's perfect for cozying up on chilly evenings. Natalia Senanayake, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026 The stores, which have a Midwest vibe, have amenities like a popcorn bar and an assortment of jerky to rival Buc-ee's. Kevin Williams, CNBC, 2 July 2026 For families At first glance, the hotel, with its powder-fresh interiors and luxury amenities doesn’t seem like it’s made for families, but the hotel goes out of its way to welcome them. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 July 2026 Cruise ships often offer passes for thermal suite areas, which give guests access to amenities like plunge pools, hot and cold therapy rooms and heated loungers. Nathan Diller, USA Today, 28 June 2026 As new operators entered markets and introduced different standards, existing companies needed to improve their properties, amenities, and customer experiences to remain competitive. James Nelson, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026
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Noun
  • Small courtesies keep big efforts moving forward.
    Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 15 Mar. 2026
  • With both courtesies and catastrophes refusing to conform, the canton’s school board, publishers, and clergy were forced to produce multiple editions of primers, textbooks, and catechisms; sometimes five parallel print runs were needed for a population the size of a town.
    Simon Akam, New Yorker, 1 Dec. 2025
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  • Salted and preserved fish and meats, including bacon, sausage, liver pudding and offal, were staples of working-class people's diets, while the upper classes indulged in such luxuries as white flour and sugar.
    Teresa Mull, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026
  • Due to postwar prosperity and changes in pool-construction technology, private pools were no longer considered luxuries but within reach of the burgeoning middle-class.
    Martha Ross, Mercury News, 3 July 2026
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  • Further conveniences include a spacious center console, an overall console and 10 beverage holders.
    James Raia, Mercury News, 5 July 2026
  • Residents also have access to everyday conveniences including the Copper & Stone gourmet market and grocery, a full-service pharmacy, and Las Catalinas Medical Care, which provides medical services, IV therapies and dental care right in town.
    Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
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  • Good Lock is Samsung’s official app for deep customisation, lock screens, themes, gestures, and more, and LockStar is the module specifically for lock screen and always-on display tinkering.
    Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • In the afternoon, the moon will make an opposition to Venus in Leo, which is where gestures or our desire for affection become more complicated.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
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  • Steps lead down from the house to the pool area, where a separate studio can be used as a pool house or for additional guest accommodations.
    Tori Latham, Robb Report, 30 June 2026
  • But their employers rejected the workers' requests for religious accommodations and fired them.
    Melissa Quinn, CBS News, 29 June 2026
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  • On Tuesday, the State Controller’s Office reported that California’s net liability for state retirees’ health and dental benefits is estimated to be $78 billion, which is down $14 billion from last year’s estimate.
    William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
  • Paramount has repeatedly touted the benefits of the transaction, and Ellison has attempted to reassure Hollywood’s creative community by promising to put 30 movies a year in theaters.
    Daniel Arkin, NBC news, 30 June 2026
Noun
  • This home blends historical significance and modern comforts without compromising either.
    James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
  • The base model lacks standard comforts like power windows or an audio and infotainment system.
    Bloomberg, Oc Register, 24 June 2026

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