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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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2
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
Arrive early to secure entry and enjoy the amenities, try to fly during off-peak hours, and be sure to check out our full set of tips for avoiding crowds at Priority Pass airport lounges.
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Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 27 Mar. 2025
The small mountain town of Tryon ranks among the nation’s top places for recreational activities, affordable prices and other amenities that may appeal to older adults, according to results published Tuesday, March 11.
—Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2025
Hyatt Regency Hua Hin offers a similar level of luxury and amenities, including a range of beachfront pools and the award-winning The BARAI spa.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
But there’s a twist … gaining access to the yacht’s extravagant amenities won’t be so simple.
—Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
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Paul Rubio, AFAR Media, 27 Mar. 2025
The small mountain town of Tryon ranks among the nation’s top places for recreational activities, affordable prices and other amenities that may appeal to older adults, according to results published Tuesday, March 11.
—Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 13 Mar. 2025
Hyatt Regency Hua Hin offers a similar level of luxury and amenities, including a range of beachfront pools and the award-winning The BARAI spa.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
But there’s a twist … gaining access to the yacht’s extravagant amenities won’t be so simple.
—Lexi Carson, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amenity
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In 2019, media outlet Genius produced a video noting that while NLE Choppa and YoungBoy Never Broke Again use the term and gesture, it was first popularized by Young Thug.—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
28 Mar. 2025
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Several subreddits banned links to X after the tech billionaire made a Nazi salute-like gesture at a Trump inauguration event.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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Most seasons of The White Lotus have glimpsed a yacht of some kind, but the third season sees the cast spend a day and a night on board an 177-foot luxury catamaran around Ya Nui Beach in Phuket and the Mu Ko Ang Thong National Marine Park in Koh Samui.—
Katia Damborsky,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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Available in Seaside Market, luxury suites and other locations.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Mar. 2025
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Beyond speed for convenience, real-time payments are about empowerment.—
Marc Sacal,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Their education, safety, and future should not be sacrificed for administrative convenience and financial savings.—
Melanie L. Thomas,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2025
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The 19-lap sprint race at the Shanghai International Circuit saw teams suffer from tire wear towards the final stages of the race, courtesy of the fresh asphalt that has enhanced grip levels.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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This morning’s must reads (Los Angeles Times photo illustration; Photos courtesy of Google Maps) They were banned from assisted living.—
Ryan Fonseca,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Mar. 2025
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Unique Sleeping Arrangements When booking the journey between Denver and Salt Lake City, the fare includes overnight hotel accommodations in Glenwood Springs and Moab.—
Will McGough,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The report, titled Medical Tourism Index (MTI), based its results on the level of services provided, the country’s infrastructure around communication and accommodations, despite language and cultural barriers, and the socioeconomic standards of the country, among other factors.—
Keydra Manns,
Essence,
20 Mar. 2025
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The benefit of an extended early access period means that developer Pocketpair can respond to fan feedback and implement things that players really want, and the latest update for the game is full of this.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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These developments are mainly having benefits in terms of augmenting the existing labor force rather than trying to reduce the head count.—
Steven Savage,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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“Amenity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenity. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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