accommodations
word · lemma: accommodation
Definition
Rooms, housing, or other places where people can stay, especially when traveling. In the US, 'accommodations' usually means places to sleep, like hotels or hostels.
Usage & Nuances
In American English, 'accommodations' is always plural and refers mainly to lodging; in British English, 'accommodation' (singular) is more common. Also used in education/work for 'special accommodations' meaning adjustments for someone's needs.
Example Sentences
After searching online, we finally found some affordable accommodations near the beach.
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If you need special accommodations because of a disability, please let us know in advance.
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There were no accommodations available in the city.
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We need to book accommodations for our vacation.
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The conference offers free accommodations to all speakers.
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Are accommodations included in the price, or do we need to arrange our own?
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