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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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And somehow Dave always managed to crack a joke and lift the mood and remind me and himself that joy still exists in the hardest moments.—
Emlyn Travis,
EW.com,
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
Noun
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Walking Can Protect Your Heart—And Overall Health Being physically active—whether that’s from walking, working out, gardening, or even doing household chores—offers significant heart-healthy benefits.—
Julia Ries,
Health,
25 Apr. 2025
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For the record, only Congress can change your benefit amount.—
Thomas Hager,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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Particularly in Southern California, home to the nation’s two largest ports, goods exchange with China — subject to the steepest of Trump’s tariff hikes — is a boon to local industry.—
Malia Mendez,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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The endorsement was a boon to Mr. Cuomo, 67, and a blow to his rivals.—
Nicholas Fandos,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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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In those stirring early images, one faceless girl oversees the group’s feast, bedecked in an antler crown and several locks of the dead girl’s hair.—
Abby Monteil,
Them.,
11 Apr. 2025
Noun
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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 30 Apr. 2025.
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