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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
the announcement that there would be a sequel was manna to the many fans of the original movie
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as in blessing
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
the company's holiday bonus was especially welcome manna this year
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Recent Examples of manna
This was manna for kids, who could text (or sext) each other without fear of their parents’ prying eyes.
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Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 25 June 2024
The relics are believed to have healing powers and to this day seem to excrete a watery liquid known as manna, and their transfer is celebrated each May by Roman Catholics and Orthodox Christians alike.
—Lara Jakes, New York Times, 10 June 2024
Perhaps a day will come when being presented with AI art will be akin to receiving manna from heaven or the golden apples from Gaia’s enchanted tree—gifts of the gods that are free, invaluable, and inexhaustible.
—Meghan O'Gieblyn, WIRED, 20 Feb. 2024
But make no mistake: This abundance of Sondheim was manna in a lean theatrical year.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2023
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Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 25 June 2024
The relics are believed to have healing powers and to this day seem to excrete a watery liquid known as manna, and their transfer is celebrated each May by Roman Catholics and Orthodox Christians alike.
—Lara Jakes, New York Times, 10 June 2024
Perhaps a day will come when being presented with AI art will be akin to receiving manna from heaven or the golden apples from Gaia’s enchanted tree—gifts of the gods that are free, invaluable, and inexhaustible.
—Meghan O'Gieblyn, WIRED, 20 Feb. 2024
But make no mistake: This abundance of Sondheim was manna in a lean theatrical year.
—Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 4 Dec. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manna
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Think of the way Jon M. Chu, Cynthia Erivo, and Ariana Grande honed the message that Wicked was not just a remarkably successful capitalization of Broadway IP but a tribute to radical joy.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
28 Jan. 2025
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Amid many celebratory posts on her Instagram Stories on Sunday as the Kansas City Chiefs clinched their third consecutive Super Bowl berth, quarterback Patrick Mahomes’ wife shared one photo that hardly sparked joy.—
Anna Lazarus Caplan,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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The OpenAI blessing: OpenAI introduced its Operator web agent and a number of collaborations with companies like eBay , DoorDash , Instacart , Booking Holdings ’ Priceline, Etsy and Uber , among others.—
Kavitha Shastry,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2025
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This may be a blessing in disguise for A Real Pain’s Kieran Culkin, who is on the verge of sweeping every Supporting Acting prize in existence, as the Best Picture snub helps his campaign retain at least a little underdog charm.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
23 Jan. 2025
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After the Christmas festivities and Three Kings Day Parade of Barcelona's holiday season, winter travelers visiting from late January on can look forward to trying a rare winter treat.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Jan. 2025
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Celebrate the Year of the Snake and Fairyland’s 75th anniversary with a long weekend of festivities including arts and crafts, lion dance performances and sweet treats.—
Jackie Burrell,
The Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2025
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Some organizations may choose to continue DEI efforts discreetly, recognizing the long-term benefits of diverse and inclusive workplaces.—
Solange Charas,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
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Rosewater offers anti-inflammatory benefits, reducing redness and calming irritation, while hyaluronic acid delivers lightweight hydration, ensuring the skin stays moisturized without clogging pores.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
19 Jan. 2025
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Identify the customer life cycle point where product delight is at its peak and the customer is happiest with your brand.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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To finally get to work with a true comedy genius at the script stage and then on set was a daily delight.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
22 Jan. 2025
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The shutdown of the TikTok app in the United States would be a boon to rival platforms including Meta’s Instagram, Google’s YouTube and Snapchat.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
17 Jan. 2025
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Having a megadonor in your corner to entice the nation's best recruit will be a massive boon for Michigan and anyone else who is able to follow suit.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC News,
16 Jan. 2025
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For Marden, February’s week-long Jorvik Viking Festival is a highlight, with traditional crafts, workshops, combat performances, and feasts taking place all over the city.—
Jessica Macdonald,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Jan. 2025
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There’s an air of feast or famine at Newcastle United, who were trudging through a run of two wins from 11 league games at the start of December.—
Phil Hay,
The Athletic,
16 Jan. 2025
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Gift cards and gift baskets have been donated by local businesses and organizations.—
Michelle Mullins,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025
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Facing his own gifts being turned against him, Alcaraz was caught off-guard and lost his serve in the second game of the second set, as Djokovic whaled away on two forehand returns to get a break point, then won the game on the next one.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
The Athletic,
21 Jan. 2025
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“Manna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manna. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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