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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 sensation is the manna of mountain climbing, a reason that so many of us return to peaks so high and massive the world seems infinite.
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Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
The manna trees, or Eucalyptus viminalis, along this public roadside, which is situated more or less in the center of the island, and throughout the national park, were planted many years ago by park rangers and volunteers.
—Elizabeth Warkentin, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2024
Pardons and clemency will rain down like manna on Jan. 6, 2021, insurrectionists.
—Colbert I. King, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
This was manna for kids, who could text (or sext) each other without fear of their parents’ prying eyes.
—Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 25 June 2024
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Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
The manna trees, or Eucalyptus viminalis, along this public roadside, which is situated more or less in the center of the island, and throughout the national park, were planted many years ago by park rangers and volunteers.
—Elizabeth Warkentin, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2024
Pardons and clemency will rain down like manna on Jan. 6, 2021, insurrectionists.
—Colbert I. King, Washington Post, 3 July 2024
This was manna for kids, who could text (or sext) each other without fear of their parents’ prying eyes.
—Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 25 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manna
Noun
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The boys played together… and every time it’s been a joy and complete pleasure, and kind of like going home.—
Gary Graff,
Billboard,
21 Apr. 2025
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Overall, expanding her family has brought her more joy than ever.—
Kayla Grant,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Vatican: Pope hopes to deliver blessing on Easter Pope Francis made a short and unannounced visit Saturday to St. Peter's Basilica to pray before this evening's Easter vigil and greet some of the faithful present.—
Phoebe Natanson,
ABC News,
19 Apr. 2025
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In theory someone else could read the speech while Francis could impart the blessing.—
Nicole Winfield,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The crisp and cool weather, particularly in September and October, is a welcome treat after summer’s thick humidity.—
Stephanie Vermillion,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Apr. 2025
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The celebration on the infield was a rare treat for a Sox team that needs to learn how to win.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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And sticking with the 2025 standard next year could put benefits for hundreds of thousands of Americans at risk, Ghertner said.—
Arthur Allen,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Hegseth pointed out that China's military has an extensive presence in the area, adding that Beijing's investments in the region are aimed at gaining military advantage and securing economic benefits.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Growing up, in San Diego, Mary Faith Casey could easily access delight.—
Sarah Stillman,
New Yorker,
14 Apr. 2025
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Entrées feature delights such as buttermilk pancakes with banana and mixed berries, eggs benedict with crispy potatoes, and grilled lamb chops with a seven spice blend.—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The tension could be a boon for competitors that have struggled to keep up with Starlink and inspire more governments to launch their own satellite constellations, like Taiwan and the European Union, so as not to be overly reliant on Musk and the United States.—
Jeremy Bogaisky,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Google says this design will be a boon not only for its own Gemini models but also to developers looking to run AI projects in the cloud.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
9 Apr. 2025
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There’s no denying that Coachella is a feast for the senses and its influence reaches far beyond the music.—
Tiana DeNicola,
Variety,
12 Apr. 2025
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Titanic: The Digital Resurrection is a feast for the senses, but Romeo and Juliet are in a horror movie this time.—
Sean Kingsley,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Apr. 2025
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Absent legislative action, the estate and gift tax exemption will revert to approximately $7 million per person in 2026 (down from nearly $14 million in 2025).—
Matthew F. Erskine,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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Scroll on for some of the best gifts for moms ready to be wrapped and passed for Mother's Day.—
Jennifer Hussein,
Allure,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Manna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manna. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.
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