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as in courtesies
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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as in luxuries
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 conveniences
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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Recent Examples of amenities
Providing frogs with amenities has also helped.
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Martin J. Kernan, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2024
Securing large investments to boost the local economy, creating jobs and providing quality public amenities were key accomplishments this year, according to city leadership.
—Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
There are plenty of outdoor amenities, including a hot tub, deck, and fire pit.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
The Dream options with various amenities unlocked at each tier.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
New routes, refreshed onboard amenities and even an airline merger are all in the cards.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
This is living in the future—a tugboat stay with all the amenities of a hotel.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
What’s important isn’t seven-star amenities.
—David Hochman, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Despite the rugged scenery, the resort will boast top-notch amenities, including a world-class spa and fitness center, exceptional destination dining options and a real-life lagoon oasis.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Martin J. Kernan, Discover Magazine, 16 Nov. 2024
Securing large investments to boost the local economy, creating jobs and providing quality public amenities were key accomplishments this year, according to city leadership.
—Hema Sivanandam, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
There are plenty of outdoor amenities, including a hot tub, deck, and fire pit.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
The Dream options with various amenities unlocked at each tier.
—Jem Aswad, Variety, 21 Oct. 2024
New routes, refreshed onboard amenities and even an airline merger are all in the cards.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
This is living in the future—a tugboat stay with all the amenities of a hotel.
—Kristi Kellogg, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
What’s important isn’t seven-star amenities.
—David Hochman, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Despite the rugged scenery, the resort will boast top-notch amenities, including a world-class spa and fitness center, exceptional destination dining options and a real-life lagoon oasis.
—Spencer Whaley, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Amenities.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amenities. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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