benisons

Definition of benisonsnext
plural of benison
as in blessings
a prayer calling for divine care, protection, or favor during the harbor festival the parish priest offered a benison for the local fishermen

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Noun
  • The clear spirit is believed to act as a messenger, inviting ancestral souls for their blessings.
    ABC News, ABC News, 14 May 2026
  • On Friday, May 1, a man — identified as Vishnu, a native of Kollam — died shortly after transporting an elephant to the nearby Kidangoor Mahavishnu Temple for blessings as part of a festival, local news outlets Onmanorama, The Free Press Journal and News Karnataka reported.
    Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 3 May 2026
Noun
  • Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.
    Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
  • Top Republican officials promote event Organizers expect thousands of people to attend Rededicate 250, which will include worship music, prayers and speeches from Cabinet heads and other Republican officials, along with religious leaders and others.
    Peter Smith, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Noun
  • The Brooklyn Democratic Party is attempting to silence its own voters who signed these petitions.
    Adam Davis, New York Daily News, 14 May 2026
  • In York County, the approval process itself — conducted largely behind the scenes — has sparked opposition by way of petitions and road signage.
    Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 13 May 2026
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“Benisons.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/benisons. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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