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as in benefit
something that brings a large gain or profit
The popular video game became an unexpected bonanza for the independent developers behind it.
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as in loads
a huge amount
The mailbox was stuffed with a bonanza of credit card offers.
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Recent Examples of bonanza
Zoom out: The iconic mug shot became sparked a fundraising bonanza, appearing on beer can coolers, t-shirts, mugs and more.
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Avery Lotz, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
The move comes in time for the NFL playoffs and the Super Bowl—a bonanza of sports gambling that is scheduled for Feb. 9.
—Stuart Dyos, Fortune, 25 Jan. 2025
Image Executive orders roil the markets President Trump has promised that his return to office will unleash a bonanza of investing and growth.
—Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
The bonanza kicked off at Thanksgiving with the potent combo of Moana 2, Wicked and Gladiator II, all of which remain high up on the box office chart.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Dec. 2024
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Avery Lotz, Axios, 16 Jan. 2025
The move comes in time for the NFL playoffs and the Super Bowl—a bonanza of sports gambling that is scheduled for Feb. 9.
—Stuart Dyos, Fortune, 25 Jan. 2025
Image Executive orders roil the markets President Trump has promised that his return to office will unleash a bonanza of investing and growth.
—Andrew Ross Sorkin, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
The bonanza kicked off at Thanksgiving with the potent combo of Moana 2, Wicked and Gladiator II, all of which remain high up on the box office chart.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonanza
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Today, the vision has grown into Shared Economy Services (SES), a benefits company poised to upend the traditional labor market.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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This surge is likely attributed to robust performance from initiatives like the AliExpress Choice program, which offers free shipping and additional benefits.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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The shortage has been a boon for small producers across the country, including North Texas, as consumers seek out alternatives to sparse offerings at grocery stores.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Feb. 2025
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The ratings for Thursday’s final aren’t in yet, but, according to the NHL, the round-robin rounds proved to be a boon for viewership.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN,
21 Feb. 2025
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Just 30 minutes from Athens city center, this 40-mile stretch of coastline is undergoing a resurgence, driven by the completion of Europe's most extensive coastal park, planned for the end of 2025, and a raft of the most fabulous hotel chains setting up home.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Many basements flooded and cars were submerged up to their wheels or windows, while nearly half of the homes lost heat and nearly 100 residents were evacuated, including by boats and rafts.—
Annalise Frank,
Axios,
18 Feb. 2025
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As a bonus, this serum can also help visibly plump up your complexion, improve facial contours and reduce the appearance of fine lines.—
Denise Primbet,
Glamour,
21 Feb. 2025
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Years ago, Cleveland GM Andrew Berry pushed Garrett’s cap hits into the future by prorating Garrett’s bonuses.—
Jacob Robinson,
The Athletic,
21 Feb. 2025
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Unlike 2017, when a slew of Republican voices were vocally against him, almost no congressional Republicans now speak out against him.—
Brady Knox,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
20 Feb. 2025
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Riding The Collaboration Wave After two highly successful seasons, brands are capitalizing on The White Lotus’ success with a slew of collaborations.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Avoid Impulse Spending While receiving a tax refund can feel like a financial windfall, resist the temptation to spend it.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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Like other local jurisdictions nationwide, Carter County is set to receive a windfall of more than $1 million over the next decade-plus from companies that sold prescription painkillers and were accused of fueling the overdose crisis.—
Aneri Pattani,
NBC News,
19 Feb. 2025
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As a result of the selling spree, Berkshire’s gigantic cash pile grew to another record, $334.2 billion, up from $325.2 billion at the end of the third quarter.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
24 Feb. 2025
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At the stroke of a pen, U.S. and European leaders could order their banks to block the accounts of Russia’s central bank, rendering much of Putin’s cash pile inaccessible.—
Edward Fishman,
The Atlantic,
24 Feb. 2025
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This decision is likely caused by a myriad of reasons.—
Brianne Hogan,
Parents,
4 Feb. 2025
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How To Get Started Merry understands the myriad of reasons that can make cleaning out an attic more than just a chore.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
26 Jan. 2025
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“Bonanza.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonanza. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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