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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Spitfire is designed to run like a workhorse but offers all the requisite mod cons.
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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
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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Our new online luxury shop The Vault by Robb Report has plenty of wrist candy to round out any collection or start one.Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 27 Oct. 2024
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In addition to his work as a broker, Arana develops luxury homes, which have been purchased by such clients as LeBron James.Alexandria Abramian, The Hollywood Reporter, 27 Oct. 2024
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However, one of the most valuable and often overlooked benefit of loyalty programs is the opportunity to foster friendships and be part of an extended family who share your passion for cruising.Irene S. Levine, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024
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More research is still needed to understand if this compound has health benefits.Merve Ceylan, Health, 2 Nov. 2024
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Other creature comforts include an in-home gym, a tennis court, and a swimming pool, plus vast lawns bordered by groomed gardens, a beach cabana, a guest cottage, and housing for staff.Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 28 Oct. 2024
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But in general, the riad experience is about culture, welcome, beauty and intimacy more than butlers and creature comforts.Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
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It’s packed with amenities, including a hot tub, a Sonos sound system, huge TVs in almost every room, Wi-Fi throughout, a gas grill and more.Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 31 Oct. 2024
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These suites-on-wheels now include a range of modern amenities, including kitchens, bedrooms, showers, and televisions.Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 31 Oct. 2024
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The meal combines popular brands with convenience and quality, focusing on a hearty holiday meal without the hassle.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 28 Oct. 2024
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These numbers could point to an inconvenient truth about parents' use of convenience foods.Mia Taylor, Parents, 25 Oct. 2024
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The Connector, a free streetcar that stops throughout Downtown and Over-the-Rhine, operates 365 days a year and has extended service hours for select events.Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 3 Nov. 2024
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However, assisted living and other long-term care facilities are not eligible for this service under Louisiana law and remain at risk of not having enough staff to assist residents with their ballots.Alyssa Spady, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2024
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“Mod con.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mod%20con. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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