as in social
likely to seek or enjoy the company of others
I and my boon companions celebrated that afternoon's victory on the gridiron with a night at a local taproom
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as in advantage
a thing that helps
the couple's generous donation was a great boon to the charity's fund-raising campaign
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as in privilege
an act of kind assistance
a softhearted man who finds it hard to deny any boon, whether it be for friend or stranger
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as in honor
something granted as a special favor
at the high school, seniors are given certain boons that make them the envy of underclassmen
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as in benefit
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
the unexpected rain was a boon for the farmers who had been struggling with drought
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Recent Examples of boon
Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2025
Nevertheless, the breakthrough film was a boon to the Angel Studios brand.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2025
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, 9 Apr. 2025
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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However, the president’s falling approval rating, linked to his tariff fight, could be a boon to them in the general election.
—Ross O'Keefe, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2025
Nevertheless, the breakthrough film was a boon to the Angel Studios brand.
—Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 9 Apr. 2025
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, 9 Apr. 2025
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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boon
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The 2024 Pew Research survey found that a majority (59%) of people who opposed social reforms in the church attended Mass at least once a week.—
Katie Landeck,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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Now the distinction here is that in noncompetitive social interactions, it is largely agreed that expressing gratitude is a positive emotion.—
Neil Senturia,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Apr. 2025
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Charles Koch has long been a foe of protectionism and an evangelist for free markets, competitive advantage and mutual benefit.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
2 May 2025
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The firm continued to enjoy advantages from a growing user base.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Erie Meyer, former chief technologist at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, resigned in February after DOGE members began asking for data privileges.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Parents have the privilege and opportunity to establish the foundation for leadership by encouraging autonomy, nurturing leader identity, and making room for failure, learning, and growth.—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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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
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City will also surely sign a replacement for the outgoing De Bruyne.—
Graham Ruthven,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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When Pugh joined the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Yelena Belova, she was introduced as the heir apparent to Scarlett Johansson’s outgoing Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Apr. 2025
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Trump’s whipsaw policy changes have also driven investors away from US assets — including the dollar.—
Olesya Dmitracova,
CNN Money,
2 May 2025
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Schrier also oversaw the merger of 20th Television and ABC Signature five and a half years after the two studios became corporate siblings following Disney’s acquisition of Fox assets, and took oversight of Disney’s global originals strategy.—
Nellie Andreeva,
Deadline,
1 May 2025
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At the time of publication, the video of her efforts has been watched over 228,000 times, with users flocking to offer words of kindness in the comments section.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Apr. 2025
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Becky’s independence, kindness, determination and beauty will live on through her forever.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Jeff Bezos, Amazon’s founder, responded in an entirely predictable way in this new golden age of billionaire bootlickers seeking Trump’s blessings.—
Chris Brennan,
USA Today,
2 May 2025
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And this has been a blessing and a curse as owners, seeking no monetary return, financially stretch the club to climb the pyramid.—
Matt Slater,
New York Times,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Boon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boon. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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