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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 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. 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 See all Example Sentences for nicety 
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Noun
  • But the simple fact is that performers from Africa are too often painted with too broad a brush.
    Tariro Mzezewa, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2025
  • But the hype that surrounds them belies the facts that must be included in any thorough analysis.
    Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 2 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Noun
  • Investors who tap into niche trends and leverage advanced data analysis will pinpoint motivated sellers with precision.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
  • The Industrial styles take cues from natural weathering and precision, calling to mind a revolutionary period defined by innovation, growth, and transformation.
    Maya Ibbitson, Architectural Digest, 9 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The Japanese automaker this week shared new details about its 0 Series, its latest foray into electric vehicles.
    Aarian Marshall, WIRED, 10 Jan. 2025
  • Ask for a three-column table showing the step, details, and outcome.
    Jodie Cook, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Iced Lemon Loaf — a returning item topped with sweet lemon icing and packaged for on-the-go convenience.
    Cheryl V. Jackson, The Indianapolis Star, 1 Jan. 2025
  • Since the rise of fast-casual chains, many diners have opted for the convenience and promised quality of players like Chipotle or Sweetgreen over the casual-dining chains that dominated in the prior decades.
    Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 1 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The live cleanup service helps prepare clients' books for tax season by categorizing transactions, checking for any errors, and reconciling accounts to ensure accuracy.
    Gene Marks, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Wild with worry about the accuracy of his reading, Dev called the family astrologer to confirm his prediction.
    Kanak Kapur, The New Yorker, 5 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The majority of the rooms also boast oversized hinoki cypress tubs and sumptuous bathrooms are stocked with luxurious amenities like skincare sets and a Dyson hair dryer.
    Christina Liao, Vogue, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Management is comparing these apartments to those of Chicago or New York City, with amenities like a rock climbing wall and services like complimentary plant care.
    Alexandria Sands, Axios, 2 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • However, the trend doesn’t seem to be going anywhere, as creators are quick to tout the benefits of cortisol-reducing supplements — less inflammation, more sculpted jaw line, better sleep, healthier skin and, of course, less stress.
    Emily Burns, WWD, 7 Jan. 2025

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“Nicety.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nicety. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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