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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
Adding to the amenities here is the presence of The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee, a waterfront resort with an array of accommodations, its own spa, and myriad dining options.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
The main residence alone stretches 28,500 square feet, with nine bedrooms, a whopping 22 bathrooms and enough amenities to feel closer to a luxury resort.
—Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Silver Springs seasonal campground in nearby Stow is budget-friendly and includes amenities like hiking trails and a dog park.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
This outdoor grilling area has thoughtfully chosen amenities that rival many indoor kitchens.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
The main residence alone stretches 28,500 square feet, with nine bedrooms, a whopping 22 bathrooms and enough amenities to feel closer to a luxury resort.
—Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
Silver Springs seasonal campground in nearby Stow is budget-friendly and includes amenities like hiking trails and a dog park.
—Robert Annis, Midwest Living, 16 May 2026
This outdoor grilling area has thoughtfully chosen amenities that rival many indoor kitchens.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
Noun
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The unexpected, sweet gesture instantly changed the tone in the room.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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The film eliminated even a gesture toward a plot while showing solitary nonprofessional and real-life ranch-hand Misael Saavedra chopping and hauling logs in the Argentinian hinterlands (in actuality, Alonso’s family’s ranch).—
Vadim Rizov,
IndieWire,
16 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
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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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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
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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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This one blends apple and pear for sweetness and texture.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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Edamame with Sea Salt & Dried Fruit This pairing creates a nice balance of nutrients with a touch of natural sweetness.—
Lauren Panoff,
Verywell Health,
14 May 2026
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Photograph courtesy Jennifer Hulse Israel seized control of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank during the Six-Day War, in 1967.—
Clayton Dalton,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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For her final day of engagements in the area, Middleton wore a cream pleated Jenny Packham skirt, Blazé Milano pin-stripe blazer and belt, as well as Alicia flats in taupe and black courtesy of designer Camilla Elphick.—
Stefania Saltalamacchia,
Vanity Fair,
15 May 2026
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Base yourself at Grand Hotel Resort Ma&Ma, which offers adults-only accommodations, a spa, and easy access to the archipelago.—
Nicky Swallow,
Travel + Leisure,
17 May 2026
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That could be seen as a sign that the festival’s increasing accommodation of blockbuster bigness doesn’t need Hollywood.—
Joshua Rothkopf,
Los Angeles Times,
17 May 2026
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Every warm-weather vacation benefits from a featherweight layer that can fit in your purse or personal item, and this cozy V-neck sweater is my pick for the season.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
20 May 2026
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The arrangement offers benefits on both sides.—
Daniel Cassady,
ARTnews.com,
19 May 2026
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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