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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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Dolled Up Trend Welcome to the dollhouse, where exaggerated proportions play up your childlike sense of wonder and joy.Stacia Datskovska, WWD, 17 Dec. 2024
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The holiday season invites feelings of coziness, nostalgia, and joy into the everyday, and there’s no better way to embrace the holiday spirit than to add a little festive magic to your regular routine.Cori Sears, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Dec. 2024
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His column focuses on the blessings and burdens of advancing age — and how some folks are challenging the stigma associated with older adults.Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
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Filmed in Colombia and told in Spanish as García Márquez wished, the show has the blessing of the author’s sons, who serve as executive producers.Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024
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Clips shared to the account show him on walks in a meadow, through fields and on the beach, being a pampered passenger on car rides, and being showered with love, treats and attention.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 12 Dec. 2024
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Lauder lifted up shining bowls filled with seasonal treats.Ian Malone, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
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Remember, these are the maximum Social Security benefits.David Rae, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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This creative strategy offers several compelling benefits.Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 7 Dec. 2024
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The embroidery on a napkin, the rim of a cup, the scalloping of a plate all delight and surprise.Ian Malone, Vogue, 10 Dec. 2024
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The trio discusses with Mescal what a delight it’s been discovering how laid-back he is compared with other actors who have hosted.Amanda Wicks, The Atlantic, 8 Dec. 2024
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But whatever his feelings on those issues, Sacks clearly believes that Trump will be a boon for him and his allies in the tech world.Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 6 Dec. 2024
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This obviously is a boon for gamers who have low vision, for example.Steven Aquino, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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Accompanied by a Loaded Baked Potato and preceded by Thai Lobster Bisque, the whole meal was a feast for the senses.Lois Alter Mark, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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Since the pandemic, though, Turkey Day has been all famine and no feast at the box office.Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 1 Dec. 2024
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And there’s so many wonderful gifts that come from being tested to your limits of death.Leo Barraclough, Variety, 10 Dec. 2024
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Here is a list of qualities that may indicate the client’s susceptibility to fraud and the ways they can be checked by the bank employee: Propensity For Freebies • Offering a small gift for this kind of transaction.Dmitry Mishunin, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Manna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manna. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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