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as in gesture
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 luxury
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 convenience
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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as in sweetness
the state or quality of having a pleasant or agreeable manner in socializing with others
at the nursing home Mr. Crawford's natural amenity charms the ladies and puts the men at ease
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Recent Examples of amenity
How about the little things, like mini bar, shower goodies, and other amenities?
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Meredith Bethune, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Besides the checkpoint, the West Infill project is set to bring additional amenities to the terminal's mezzanine level, including new ticket counters for airlines and infrastructure upgrades for the airport’s baggage handling system.
—Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
To top it all off, the property comes with a Kiawah Island Club Golf Membership that includes access to the greens, along with a whole suite of additional amenities.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2026
All guests have access to an array of amenities, including beach hammocks, tennis courts, a library, freshwater pool and spa.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 6 Feb. 2026
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Meredith Bethune, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Besides the checkpoint, the West Infill project is set to bring additional amenities to the terminal's mezzanine level, including new ticket counters for airlines and infrastructure upgrades for the airport’s baggage handling system.
—Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026
To top it all off, the property comes with a Kiawah Island Club Golf Membership that includes access to the greens, along with a whole suite of additional amenities.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 6 Feb. 2026
All guests have access to an array of amenities, including beach hammocks, tennis courts, a library, freshwater pool and spa.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese invited Herzog to visit as a gesture of unity with Jewish Australians after 15 people were killed at a Hanukkah festival near Sydney’s Bondi Beach – the worst terror attack committed in the country.—
Hilary Whiteman,
CNN Money,
8 Feb. 2026
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This week the arriving athletes seemed more interested in getting accustomed to their free Samsung phones and using their own gestures to direct a robotic hand behind glass to pick up a plastic ball encasing a mystery Olympic pin.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Feb. 2026
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Finally, North Korea is busy building luxury hotels, filled with top-class amenities such as outdoor hot tubs and ski-in ski-out lodges – but state media shows few actual guests.—
Maureen Ohare,
CNN Money,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Liberty Hotel, Formerly Boston’s Charles Street Jail The Liberty Hotel is a 298-room luxury hotel located in Boston’s charming Beacon Hill neighborhood.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
14 Feb. 2026
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Rather than flashy smart home features, focus was instead placed on efficiency, comfort, and subtle convenience.—
Staff Author,
Southern Living,
13 Feb. 2026
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Scores were based on multiple benchmarks, including convenience of store hours and location, reliability of mobile app, store cleanliness and layout, staff helpfulness, and food quality and freshness.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
11 Feb. 2026
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Now’s the time to get these spring treasures and use them in our Melting Onions recipe—a side dish designed for the 1015’s large rings and natural sweetness, which leads to beautiful caramelization.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
12 Feb. 2026
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Tahini’s bitterness balances the intense sweetness of dates, the traditional Ramadan break-the-fast food; stuffing dates with tahini is a Ramadan treat.—
Faye Levy,
Oc Register,
11 Feb. 2026
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For those gray, dreary Berlin February days, the Berlinale this year is offering a colorful fever dream of a cinematic antidote courtesy of Pakistan.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Feb. 2026
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Reviews from most of the out-of-town papers mostly arrived courtesy of the clipping service.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 Feb. 2026
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The biggest and best accommodations on the ship are the 1,262-square-foot Signature Sky Suites that sleep up to five guests, with two bedrooms and two baths.—
Fran Golden,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Feb. 2026
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Officially named The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa—locals call it The Homestead—booking these rural accommodations is the perfect way to relax and reconnect during a long weekend.—
Jennifer Prince,
Southern Living,
7 Feb. 2026
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The cognitive benefits were most pronounced in those who consumed two to three cups of caffeinated coffee or one to two cups of tea daily.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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Various nuclear-capable nations, including close ally Canada, have decided that any conceivable benefits are simply not worth the expense and risks.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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