1
as in amenities
something that adds to one's ease of living
a house with all the modern conveniences that buyers have come to expect
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as in restrooms
chiefly British
a room furnished with a fixture for flushing body waste
it can be hard to find a public convenience in an unfamiliar train station
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Recent Examples of conveniences
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.
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Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
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
From historic charm to modern conveniences, these communities offer a range of appeal for residents and visitors alike.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Here’s how Aurora Anguilla—busy prepping plenty of new offerings for the upcoming busy season—serves up the conveniences of an all-inclusive resort without losing an ounce of chic, boutique style.
—Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
From the walk-in shower to the heated floors, the modern conveniences are a nice touch.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2025
There are conveniences to not having to get into a car to drive to the valley and sit in traffic.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
But signing data away for technological conveniences is a common occurrence.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2025
The Citroën Holidays becomes the latest, boasting conveniences like a removable kitchen and portable toilet.
—New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024
Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2025
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
From historic charm to modern conveniences, these communities offer a range of appeal for residents and visitors alike.
—Brendel Clark, Freep.com, 17 Aug. 2025
Here’s how Aurora Anguilla—busy prepping plenty of new offerings for the upcoming busy season—serves up the conveniences of an all-inclusive resort without losing an ounce of chic, boutique style.
—Baz Dreisinger, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
From the walk-in shower to the heated floors, the modern conveniences are a nice touch.
—Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2025
There are conveniences to not having to get into a car to drive to the valley and sit in traffic.
—Lynette Rice, Deadline, 7 Aug. 2025
But signing data away for technological conveniences is a common occurrence.
—Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2025
The Citroën Holidays becomes the latest, boasting conveniences like a removable kitchen and portable toilet.
—New Atlas, 20 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conveniences
Noun
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Glitzy amenities include two fireplaces, a wet bar, a library, a formal dining room, a professional-grade screening room, a game room, a gym, a wine cellar, and an 11-car garage.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
12 Sep. 2025
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The community offered no common amenities.—
Joyce Cohen,
New York Times,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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By declining South Carolina's request, the justices left in place a lower-court order allowing one student to use boys' restrooms, while signaling no view on the broader legal issues.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Sep. 2025
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The journey is comfortable, with reserved seats, onboard restrooms, and no worries about parking or crowded overlooks.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Sep. 2025
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From there, the Cadillac Escalade IQL adds layers of luxuries that Cadillac buyers are used to, from a rear seat entertainment system with wireless AKG headphones to powered seats, a spacious third row and retractable running boards to assist every passenger climbing into the cabin.—
Scotty Reiss,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Spending grew faster than incomes, eating into savings, and much of it came from necessities rather than luxuries.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
29 Aug. 2025
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The Nature of Things team also plans to have partnerships with local New York businesses to place the brand in key areas, such as bathrooms.—
Emma Sandler,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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This single-story house offers a spacious layout with four bedrooms and two bathrooms.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
16 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Four of the five campsites have flush toilets, hot showers, and camp attendants (from $40 per person, plus a $40 daily park entrance fee per person and a $15 daily vehicle entry fee).—
Mazuba Kapambwe,
AFAR Media,
10 Sep. 2025
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Visitors in search of flush toilets and wash basins can find them at the visitors center and the immigration station; they’re also reported at other building installations on the island.—
Don Sproul,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Conveniences.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conveniences. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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