as in benefit
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
hitting the lottery jackpot was an incredible windfall for the recently laid-off worker
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Recent Examples of windfall
That increase amounts to a tidy windfall for Trump, who owns more than 57% of Trump Media shares, with the value of his stake having climbed $2.6 billion to more than $6 billion in the current rally, according to investment research firm S3 Partners.
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Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 29 Oct. 2024
These windfalls should be viewed as opportunities to get ahead in your repayment schedule.
—Sixteen Ramos, The Enquirer, 25 Oct. 2024
Sixth card: Potential windfall and unexpected gain.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
The biggest boost this quarter was in banks’ investment banking divisions, which have been on a hot-streak as pickup in mergers and acquisitions give banks massive windfalls from advisory fees.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 11 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for windfall 
Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 29 Oct. 2024
These windfalls should be viewed as opportunities to get ahead in your repayment schedule.
—Sixteen Ramos, The Enquirer, 25 Oct. 2024
Sixth card: Potential windfall and unexpected gain.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024
The biggest boost this quarter was in banks’ investment banking divisions, which have been on a hot-streak as pickup in mergers and acquisitions give banks massive windfalls from advisory fees.
—Rocio Fabbro, Quartz, 11 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for windfall
Recent Examples of Synonyms for windfall
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But the show ultimately weaponizes that claustrophobia to its benefit.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 14 Nov. 2024
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The greatest benefit for waterfowl hunters in recent years is the evolution of truly lifelike decoy postures.Joe Arterburn, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Fans showed love to the couple, sharing blessings and positive messages of affirmation for Nelson during her journey.Marc Griffin, VIBE.com, 4 Nov. 2024
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What a blessing to be part of such an amazing show that started an entire genre of television.Andy Swift, TVLine, 1 Nov. 2024
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The crypto community is buzzing, with celebrations sweeping across forums and social media, hailing Trump’s win as a potential boon for the top cryptocurrency’s future.Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 7 Nov. 2024
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Here’s what happens if the recall results hold Supporters of Proposition 36 have cited Proposition 1, which narrowly passed by voters in March to add 6,800 beds to the state’s mental health and drug treatment systems, as a boon for the aims of Proposition 36.Robert Salonga, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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Whether shoppers are searching for practical gifts or looking to splurge a little, the year’s sales present a prime opportunity to shop and save.Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 13 Nov. 2024
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Your gift recipient can recreate a spa experience at home with this plush robe.Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Windfall.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/windfall. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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