heav·en-sent
| \ ˈhe-vən-ˌsent
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Definition of heaven-sent
Synonyms & Antonyms for heaven-sent
Synonyms
- fluky
- (also flukey),
- fortuitous,
- fortunate,
- happy,
- lucky,
- providential
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“Heaven-sent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heaven-sent. Accessed 28 May. 2022.
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