as in luxury
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 con
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
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Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons.
—Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Rosewood Hong Kong celebrated its fifth anniversary last year, so the building is still relatively new and features all the mod cons and additional services that do their best to fill up the almost 1,000 ft. high, $2.6 billion tower that houses the hotel.
—Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons.
—Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024
Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024
At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Kauai, guests are welcomed with a B12 shot and the resort’s new wellness-specific rooms come with recovery-boosting mod cons including infrared light mats.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
Full-size comfort, every mod con, over-the-top presence, and effortless power.
—cleveland, 8 Oct. 2022
Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons.
—Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024
Really good, and if you’re not fussed about mod cons or hybrid tech, one can be sat on your driveway for just £18,850 ($24,388).
—Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
Rosewood Hong Kong celebrated its fifth anniversary last year, so the building is still relatively new and features all the mod cons and additional services that do their best to fill up the almost 1,000 ft. high, $2.6 billion tower that houses the hotel.
—Abid Rahman, The Hollywood Reporter, 14 Mar. 2025
As the trail has grown, the adventurous trekkers of the start have ceded to a more diverse clientele, some of whom miss the mod cons.
—Clodagh Kinsella, Travel + Leisure, 19 Nov. 2024
Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 13 Sep. 2024
At 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Kauai, guests are welcomed with a B12 shot and the resort’s new wellness-specific rooms come with recovery-boosting mod cons including infrared light mats.
—Condé Nast Traveller, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Dec. 2023
Full-size comfort, every mod con, over-the-top presence, and effortless power.
—cleveland, 8 Oct. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod con
Noun
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Hotel is a luxury resort located along the serene mangroves, offering a peaceful escape while still being close to the action of the downtown.—
Susmita Baral,
Travel + Leisure,
19 Apr. 2025
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That sort of showboating elicits laughs from TV audiences, partly because today's younger shoppers are spending less on pricey goods and more on luxury experiences.—
Marco della Cava,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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And sticking with the 2025 standard next year could put benefits for hundreds of thousands of Americans at risk, Ghertner said.—
Arthur Allen,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Hegseth pointed out that China's military has an extensive presence in the area, adding that Beijing's investments in the region are aimed at gaining military advantage and securing economic benefits.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Along with the in-home creature comforts, Ocean House has its own club with a lounge and infinity pool.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
10 Apr. 2025
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Other useful creature comforts include a roll-out shower tent and a deployable awning that offers plenty of shade on a sunny day.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Red Bull Mirage Lounge A multi-level structure across from Quasar, the Red Bull Mirage, will offer exclusive access to premier stage views, exclusive entertainment and other amenities.—
Thania Garcia,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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The top floor would include several units with patio decks, more rentable storage and a nearly 1,700 square feet lounge and amenity area facing northeast, according to the plans.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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After years of targeting founders and developers of crypto infrastructure for allegedly operating unlicensed money services and violating U.S. sanctions, the Department of Justice is shifting its approach.—
Andrea Tinianow,
Forbes.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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Investigators then interviewed dozens of individuals and entities following the initial incident and uncovered evidence Crawley used deceptive practices to get money and services from at least 24 victims, according to the release.—
Ron Wood,
Arkansas Online,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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