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as in amenities
something adding to pleasure or comfort but not absolutely necessary
a private yacht is a luxury
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as in conveniences
something that adds to one's ease of living
having one's own bathroom is one of life's greatest luxuries
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Recent Examples of luxuries
These ideas are not luxuries, but the foundation of a free republic.
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Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Good health and vitality are the real luxuries, and that should be the goal.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 17 Sep. 2025
That experience really stood out to me, and then being at Harvard also exposed me to different levels of wealth — there’s rich, and then there’s people wealthy enough to afford luxuries like weekend trips to Paris.
—Aisha Nyandoro, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Nearly half have already dipped into their retirement savings—not for luxuries, but to pay down debt and cover emergencies.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2025
But ambitious ones have become rarities, much like long magazine features and serious documentaries, surviving either as luxuries created by the privileged few or as labors of love made in the margins by committed independents who will work to keep the form alive.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
There are many luxuries in a pro tennis star’s life—free time is not one of them.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Aug. 2025
The 32-year-old also released a lavish visual to the single, which finds Cardi turning the tarmac into a fashion show runway, before heading to Paris to indulge in the luxuries of Europe and a relaxing yacht day at sea.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2025
The United States has been built on the promise of prosperity and abundance, where, by allowing free markets, the average American consumer can easily afford goods considered luxuries anywhere else in the world.
—Juan Londoño, Baltimore Sun, 10 Aug. 2025
Nick Mordowanec, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Good health and vitality are the real luxuries, and that should be the goal.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 17 Sep. 2025
That experience really stood out to me, and then being at Harvard also exposed me to different levels of wealth — there’s rich, and then there’s people wealthy enough to afford luxuries like weekend trips to Paris.
—Aisha Nyandoro, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Nearly half have already dipped into their retirement savings—not for luxuries, but to pay down debt and cover emergencies.
—Jessica Coacci, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2025
But ambitious ones have become rarities, much like long magazine features and serious documentaries, surviving either as luxuries created by the privileged few or as labors of love made in the margins by committed independents who will work to keep the form alive.
—Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2025
There are many luxuries in a pro tennis star’s life—free time is not one of them.
—Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 26 Aug. 2025
The 32-year-old also released a lavish visual to the single, which finds Cardi turning the tarmac into a fashion show runway, before heading to Paris to indulge in the luxuries of Europe and a relaxing yacht day at sea.
—Michael Saponara, Billboard, 15 Aug. 2025
The United States has been built on the promise of prosperity and abundance, where, by allowing free markets, the average American consumer can easily afford goods considered luxuries anywhere else in the world.
—Juan Londoño, Baltimore Sun, 10 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for luxuries
Noun
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The behemoth is equipped with only 10 guest cabins, prioritizing amenities and entertaining space over accommodation.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
19 Sep. 2025
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What puts Esperanza over the top, though, are its community amenities, including a resort-style saltwater pool and spa, plus an outdoor barbecue area, and a fitness center.—
Liz Ohanesian,
Oc Register,
19 Sep. 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
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These benefits are rounded out by a caffeine, hyaluronic acid, peptides, escin, and squalane.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
19 Sep. 2025
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Officials also touted the environmental benefits at Thursday’s ceremony.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
19 Sep. 2025
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“Luxuries.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/luxuries. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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