- plural of nicety.
niceties
Example Sentences
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The public remarks from the two leaders have teemed with warm words and diplomatic niceties.
From BBC ● Sep. 24, 2026
The event, hosted by the Sherman Oaks Homeowners Assn., began politely enough, with the two candidates exchanging niceties and Raman saying she had “incredible respect” for the mayor.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 6, 2026
Weeks before, his predecessor, Sir Philip Barton, had worked through the formal niceties of confirming Lord Mandelson's appointment to Washington, such as writing to the King about it on the 18th of December.
From BBC ● Apr. 20, 2026
Companies are tightening scrutiny of employee expenses, meaning certain niceties are disappearing, too.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 30, 2026
Even more troublesome, some Rangers had no patience for the niceties of the law.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
