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
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.
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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. Fuel economy?
—Dallas News, 1 Oct. 2022
Full-size comfort, every mod con, over-the-top presence, and effortless power.
—cleveland, 8 Oct. 2022
Construction, which includes two large international terminals and all mod cons, is expected to begin in 2020 and be completed by 2025.
—Recode Staff, Recode, 5 Oct. 2018
All the mod cons are present (big TVs, iPod docks, walk-in rain showers), and nouvelle Georgia cuisine is the forte at the low-key Kitchen restaurant, with dishes like Georgia line caught mahimahi tacos and chicken lollipops.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2017
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. Fuel economy?
—Dallas News, 1 Oct. 2022
Full-size comfort, every mod con, over-the-top presence, and effortless power.
—cleveland, 8 Oct. 2022
Construction, which includes two large international terminals and all mod cons, is expected to begin in 2020 and be completed by 2025.
—Recode Staff, Recode, 5 Oct. 2018
All the mod cons are present (big TVs, iPod docks, walk-in rain showers), and nouvelle Georgia cuisine is the forte at the low-key Kitchen restaurant, with dishes like Georgia line caught mahimahi tacos and chicken lollipops.
—Condé Nast Traveler, 20 Oct. 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mod con
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Air and Space The 10 most expensive domestic plane tickets in America Many of these routes average more than $400 a trip one-way By Start Slideshow Start Slideshow Flying was long thought of as a luxury beyond the reach of the average American.Melvin Backman, Quartz, 20 Nov. 2024
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In April, Golden Goose secured the advice of a savvy luxury industry professional, as former Gucci president and CEO Marco Bizzarri joined the board of directors, flanking the likes of former Chanel global CEO Maureen Chiquet, who was named chair of the company in 2020.Luisa Zargani, WWD, 20 Nov. 2024
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But the show ultimately weaponizes that claustrophobia to its benefit.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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The greatest benefit for waterfowl hunters in recent years is the evolution of truly lifelike decoy postures.Joe Arterburn, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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For anyone who wants to get the Aeolian experience while still maintaining their creature comforts, the islands to head to, however, are Lipari, Salina, and Panarea.Liam Hess, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2024
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Courtesy of Vast And that vital work can be helped with creature comforts designed to keep passengers happy.Carlton Reid, WIRED, 10 Oct. 2024
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The course was overhauled by Nicklaus Design after the recent purchase, with comprehensive changes that range from layout and design to infrastructure and amenities.Erik Matuszewski, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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In partnership with United Airlines and spanning a total of more than 24,000 square feet, the two spaces will offer a variety of elevated amenities and personalized services such as exclusive point of entry, VIP welcome lobby and curated food and beverage.Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 22 Nov. 2024
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Self-checkouts offer retailers a powerful way to meet customer expectations for convenience while addressing operational costs.Mustafa Khanwala, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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These tools are designed not just for convenience but also for achieving salon-like results at home.Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 20 Nov. 2024
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These procedures—how a product is made, a service is delivered, or a problem is solved—are often steeped in insights that could benefit other clients.Rhea Wessel, Forbes, 23 Nov. 2024
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Beyoncé's upcoming halftime show at the Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens game on Christmas, which will also air live on the service, however, will be glitch-free — according to her mom, Tina Knowles.Jack Irvin, People.com, 23 Nov. 2024
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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 1 Dec. 2024.
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