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as in facts
a single piece of information
knows all the niceties of diplomatic protocol
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as in amenities
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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Recent Examples of niceties
Rooms even come equipped with niceties like his and her straw hats and handwoven beach bags, and all of these are yours to keep.
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Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Dispensing with the annoying niceties of multilateral partnerships and foreign aid brings a kind of clarity to international relations, showing where the real muscle is, like a strip-down before a wrestling match.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2025
But the pizza videos show that people still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties — that implicit demonstration of a brutal capacity for honesty.
—Willy Staley, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
Those might be public niceties — unlikely given how laid-back and cheerful Nuguse appears compared to other elites — however framing this as progress is fair.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
People still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties.
—Willy Staley, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
But Paquita didn’t care about tradition or niceties.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2025
This is how a social revolution — not merely journalistic niceties — is won, when it’s made to seem normal and polite.
—Armond White, National Review, 5 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Morgan became a reliable scene stealer in acerbic British comedies, often playing bluntly profane characters with little regard for social niceties.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2025
Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 27 Feb. 2025
Dispensing with the annoying niceties of multilateral partnerships and foreign aid brings a kind of clarity to international relations, showing where the real muscle is, like a strip-down before a wrestling match.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2025
But the pizza videos show that people still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties — that implicit demonstration of a brutal capacity for honesty.
—Willy Staley, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
Those might be public niceties — unlikely given how laid-back and cheerful Nuguse appears compared to other elites — however framing this as progress is fair.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
People still yearn for that trace of meanness, that disregard for niceties.
—Willy Staley, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2025
But Paquita didn’t care about tradition or niceties.
—Leila Cobo, Billboard, 17 Feb. 2025
This is how a social revolution — not merely journalistic niceties — is won, when it’s made to seem normal and polite.
—Armond White, National Review, 5 Feb. 2025
Meanwhile, Morgan became a reliable scene stealer in acerbic British comedies, often playing bluntly profane characters with little regard for social niceties.
—Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 2 Jan. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for niceties
Noun
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The facts in the memorandum suggest the IRS examiner needed more time.—
Matthew Roberts,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
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On these facts, IRS Chief Counsel concluded that the Forms 872-M were invalid to extend the statute of limitations.—
Matthew Roberts,
Forbes,
15 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The hotel provides pet amenities like a complimentary toy, potty pads, as well as food and water bowls.—
Jessica Vadillo,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Mar. 2025
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The decor leans minimalist, with a soothing neutral palette, plush furnishings, and warm wood accents, while the amenities—including a chef’s kitchen, multiple lounge areas, and a sauna—are more lavish.—
Bailey Berg,
Architectural Digest,
22 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In simple terms, during times of economic duress, shoppers feel the need to spend their money on small luxuries like lipstick and perfume as a means of indulgence.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Some content creators have made the humor an entry point to share budget-friendly alternatives for everyday luxuries that may have to go if wallets are stretched.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The Citroën Holidays becomes the latest, boasting conveniences like a removable kitchen and portable toilet.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
20 Dec. 2024
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The Role Of Student Expectations Student expectations around the use of technology have evolved, being conditioned by the digital conveniences of the pandemic era.—
Joe Way,
Forbes,
19 Dec. 2024
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“Niceties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/niceties. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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