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as in fact
a single piece of information
knows all the niceties of diplomatic protocol
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as in luxury
something that adds to one's ease of living
a woman too fond of the niceties of urban living to even consider becoming a farmer's wife
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as in precision
the quality or state of being very accurate
there's a nicety of detail in his meticulously painted landscapes
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Recent Examples of nicety
At the end of the day, recognition isn't just a nicety.
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Susan Akyeampong,
Allure,
27 May 2026
These include niceties like complimentary garment bags in closets and a pet park with space for four-legged guests to play with toys and water bowls that can be sent to the room.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
John Feerick, the eighty-nine-year-old law professor who, in 1964, wrote the bulk of the Twenty-fifth Amendment, is used to people asking him questions about the niceties of replacing a sitting President.
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Diego Lasarte,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
The two women appeared to end their conversation on a positive note and continued to exchange niceties in their DMs.
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Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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Susan Akyeampong,
Allure,
27 May 2026
These include niceties like complimentary garment bags in closets and a pet park with space for four-legged guests to play with toys and water bowls that can be sent to the room.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
John Feerick, the eighty-nine-year-old law professor who, in 1964, wrote the bulk of the Twenty-fifth Amendment, is used to people asking him questions about the niceties of replacing a sitting President.
—
Diego Lasarte,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
The two women appeared to end their conversation on a positive note and continued to exchange niceties in their DMs.
—
Zoey Lyttle,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for nicety
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nicety
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Add the question marks surrounding Rodón to the fact that Fried (elbow bone bruise) doesn’t seem likely to return for at least a few more weeks.
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This ignores the obvious fact that the Constitution prohibits Congress from giving official status to any religion or from preventing someone from practicing the religion of their choice.
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The affair is set to be expensive fête typical of luxury celeb nuptials, however the couple donated $26 million to charity ahead of their big day.
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Miami is changing, with waterfront luxury and billionaire property purchases.
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Survivors chose their words with a precision that came from living through things most of us cannot imagine.
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At least within the precision limits of the Perseverance’s instruments, the material roughly matches terrestrial kerogen.
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Investigators did not disclose further details surrounding the cause and manner of her death.
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The shoes feature a classic shape and dainty bow details on the uppers.
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To release it, simply pull it apart, combining the convenience of magnetic attachment with the confidence of a physical locking mechanism.
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Homeowners prioritizing speed and convenience West Shore Home is a full-service window installation company that can often complete installations in just one day.
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This update transforms IEMs into precise studio reference monitors, offering unparalleled accuracy for recording engineers, producers, and performers.
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Even tiny electromagnetic disturbances can disrupt the quantum states that perform calculations, reducing the accuracy and reliability of the system.
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At the same time, more people are going to the beach in larger groups and for special events, requiring more space and amenities.
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The lakeside pool is an unforgettable outdoor amenity with a gray bottom and electric spa.
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Played to perfection by Robert Picardo, the Emergency Medical Hologram was programmed to save lives and give sass.
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But for many women, the motivation is less about perfection and more about confidence, control, and self-care.
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“Nicety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nicety. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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