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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
If the idea of waking up in a 20th-century train car sounds questionable, all the modern niceties of a luxury hotel room were present — including plush bedding and a rainfall shower with bath amenities from Byredo.
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Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024
The rift between the soldier and the scientist continues to grow, but the Admiral is done with the niceties, and he is finished with Nima questioning his actions.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2024
Its rejection of liberal democracy is born not only of Chinese chauvinism but also of a Leninist contempt for bourgeois niceties such as the rule of law, freedom of conscience, and individual dignity.
—Nick Frisch, Foreign Affairs, 18 Oct. 2017
Each Queens Grill suite comes with a butler, niceties inside the suites, and special tables at the exclusive Queens Grill Restaurant and other events.
—Heather Steinberger, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
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Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2024
The rift between the soldier and the scientist continues to grow, but the Admiral is done with the niceties, and he is finished with Nima questioning his actions.
—Rafael Motamayor, Vulture, 11 Aug. 2024
Its rejection of liberal democracy is born not only of Chinese chauvinism but also of a Leninist contempt for bourgeois niceties such as the rule of law, freedom of conscience, and individual dignity.
—Nick Frisch, Foreign Affairs, 18 Oct. 2017
Each Queens Grill suite comes with a butler, niceties inside the suites, and special tables at the exclusive Queens Grill Restaurant and other events.
—Heather Steinberger, Robb Report, 22 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nicety
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In fact, the kids, now grown up, didn’t know anything about Banksy at the time.The Editors of ARTnews, ARTnews.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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In fact, her last video was posted in early December and was a video birthday tribute to James.Rachel McRady, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
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General Motors plans to go racing in Formula 1 in 2026 with its Cadillac luxury brand, something that had been in the works for a while as part of a tie-up with Mario Andretti.Erik Shilling, Robb Report, 13 Jan. 2025
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The streetwear industry has experienced changes over the last few years, as luxury brands have shifted away from the market and the streetwear customer has matured and sought out more elevated offerings.Layla Ilchi, WWD, 13 Jan. 2025
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Investors who tap into niche trends and leverage advanced data analysis will pinpoint motivated sellers with precision.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Her positive energy and decisive, thoughtful demeanor could cut to the heart of an issue with precision, clarity and kindness.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Jan. 2025
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Ask for a three-column table showing the step, details, and outcome.Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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While the Trill rapper hasn’t revealed who will be joining him onstage this year, more details are expected in the coming weeks to keep the anticipation building.Shelby Stewart, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025
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Sacramento’s 2040 General Plan outlines a goal that pedestrian and cyclist safety be placed ahead of driver convenience, and many people walk or bike to buses and trains.Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 15 Jan. 2025
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The dish is sometimes made with whole chickens broken into 12 pieces—purportedly to honor Jesus’s apostles—though many restaurants opt for the convenience of drumsticks.Lenore T. Adkins, Bon Appétit, 14 Jan. 2025
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Certified by the Official Swiss Chronometer Testing Institute (COSC), the movement exceeds industry standards for accuracy, with a daily rate variation of -2/+4 seconds.Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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Madhavan plays Radhe Mohan Sharma, whose simple quest for accounting accuracy pits him against influential banker Micky Mehta (Mukesh) in an escalating battle for justice.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 17 Jan. 2025
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Now here’s a look at the rest of the amenities, restaurants, staterooms, and extra services that are part of every MSC World Europa sailing.Elizabeth Heath, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2025
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Of course, there are tons of amenities for like-minded sports buffs, including a full-size basketball court, a fitness center, a putting green, and a tennis court.Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 16 Jan. 2025
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The perks of being an emergency backup goalie or a player on a training camp tryout Relevant CBA sections: Exhibit 17 and 17-A and Page 47 of MOU Players invited to training camp on a tryout (PTO or ATO) are entitled to certain benefits.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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Three concessions deals with state employee unions have scaled back the retirement benefits that once made state service particularly attractive.Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Nicety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nicety. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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