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
Niall Stanage, The Hill, 14 May 2025
Their presence has been a boon economically, educationally and in promoting our long-term national interests.
—John A. Ragosta, Baltimore Sun, 4 May 2025
In a major boon for action film enthusiasts and physical media collectors, Shout!
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Apr. 2025
Natural light, especially morning sun, is a boon for your energy levels, mood, and sleep quality, Dr. Saltz says.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
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Noun
The United Kingdom The trade deal — in reality, a rather limited agreement covering mainly cars, steel and aluminum — was nonetheless a boon for the U.K.
Most experts predicted other nations — perhaps Japan or South Korea — might have been the first to conclude a post-April 2 agreement with Trump.
—Niall Stanage, The Hill, 14 May 2025
Their presence has been a boon economically, educationally and in promoting our long-term national interests.
—John A. Ragosta, Baltimore Sun, 4 May 2025
In a major boon for action film enthusiasts and physical media collectors, Shout!
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Apr. 2025
Natural light, especially morning sun, is a boon for your energy levels, mood, and sleep quality, Dr. Saltz says.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 May 2025
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Adjective
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Inspired by the energy of young, charismatic stars on the 2018 team including Keenan Allen, Mike Williams and Derwin James Jr., Julian started to craft a social media persona that matched the on-field personnel.—
Thuc Nhi Nguyen,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
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In a case that's drawing significant social media attention, a Georgia college student and her father are being held in the same immigration detention center and facing deportation after they were separately stopped by police for driving without valid licenses.—
Trevor Hughes,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The researchers found that the flamingos use the motion of water to their advantage, combining techniques to funnel water—and the invertebrates within it—to their mouths.—
Sara Hashemi,
Smithsonian Magazine,
13 May 2025
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Coker and Moore have the advantage in roles department, while Chisena has the advantage with special teams.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2025
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President Abraham Lincoln controversially suspended writ privilege nationally early in the Civil War, but Congress subsequently enacted a law permitting suspension in March 1863.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
11 May 2025
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Apply principles of least privilege for specific assets and user roles.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2025
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Standout benefits: Auto-Owners also provides coverage for classic cars, as well as vehicles that have been modified for accessibility.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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The bigger piece is the resistance training itself, which research shows has benefits for longevity, brain function and cardiovascular health, to name just a few.—
Will Stone,
NPR,
19 May 2025
Adjective
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Lindsay first joined the city of Aurora alongside outgoing Mayor Richard Irvin when he was first elected in 2017.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2025
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The story starts in 1908, when outgoing President Theodore Roosevelt handpicked a successor, the lawyerly Taft.—
Amity Shlaes,
National Review,
8 May 2025
Noun
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The Trump Organization has said Trump's adult children manage his assets.—
Susan Heavey,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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In the wake of the 2008 financial crisis, only 10% of investors liquidated their entire 529 accounts, and 20% switched to less risky assets, according to an earlier survey by higher education expert Mark Kantrowitz.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
14 May 2025
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Thousands of TikTok users were moved by their reunion and began sharing their own stories of silent kindness from strangers.—
Lydia Patrick,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 May 2025
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The results might not be visible immediately, but the children who are supported by the generosity of Build-a-Bear are more likely to become productive members of their communities — and perhaps continue passing along the kindness to others.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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Many Threads users called Sluys a blessing and a treasure.—
Daniella Gray,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
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Ralph brings up the Drew-and-Dennis situation, casually mentioning that Dennis reached out for his blessing.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
12 May 2025
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“Boon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boon. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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