mod cons

plural of mod con, chiefly British
as in amenities
something that adds to one's ease of living bedrooms at the English country inn are filled with 18th-century charm, while the bathrooms have all the mod cons that 21st-century tourists demand

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Recent Examples of mod cons Spanning over 14,500 square feet—notably large for Central London—the polished pad seamlessly combines original period features and Victorian proportions with the latest tech and mod cons. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 30 Mar. 2026
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Noun
  • Three entry points Visitors have three choices to enter the Okefenokee — the east, west and north entrances, each with its own public amenities and natural qualities.
    Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • Le Labo bath amenities, cozy bathrobes, spacious rooms, and a warm and welcoming staff rounded out the memorable stay.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 July 2026
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  • Don't forget a few creature comforts to make the entire journey more pleasant for all.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026
  • More importantly, however, Chiron enters Taurus today, offering a preview of a much deeper collective healing journey around self-worth, money matters, creature comforts and personal values.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 19 June 2026
Noun
  • While the kebabs feel like real luxuries at Adana, the rice is its own treasure.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026
  • Other luxuries include a separate recording studio, a fitness center equipped with a sauna and cold plunge, a 10-car garage, and a motor court with parking for a dozen vehicles.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 July 2026
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  • To prevent speculation that drives up land price without actual construction, the zoning benefits would be granted only on submission of building-permit applications.
    Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
  • Communities that see tangible benefits from the installation phase are less likely to block it.
    Nili Gilbert, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

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“Mod cons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20cons. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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