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as in benefit
something that brings a large gain or profit
The popular video game became an unexpected bonanza for the independent developers behind it.
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as in loads
a huge amount
The mailbox was stuffed with a bonanza of credit card offers.
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Recent Examples of bonanza
What followed was an upfront pitch smaller in scope than the big bonanzas that other companies will hold next month, but still familiar.
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
The world’s biggest energy traders are reaping a fresh profit bonanza as the war in Iran causes unprecedented disruption to oil markets.
—Archie Hunter, Bloomberg, 21 Apr. 2026
People resolutely do not believe it, and Tallahassee’s annual pre-session cash bonanza illustrates why.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Welcome to our second annual Every Team Gets A Trophy From The Rankings Boys bonanza!
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026
The world’s biggest energy traders are reaping a fresh profit bonanza as the war in Iran causes unprecedented disruption to oil markets.
—Archie Hunter, Bloomberg, 21 Apr. 2026
People resolutely do not believe it, and Tallahassee’s annual pre-session cash bonanza illustrates why.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 15 Apr. 2026
Welcome to our second annual Every Team Gets A Trophy From The Rankings Boys bonanza!
—Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonanza
Noun
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Teachers and nurses are now eligible for enhanced workers’ compensation benefits if they are assaulted on the job.—
Andrew Brown,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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Villa might yet finish sixth and take a Champions League place via winning the Europa League, but fourth place for Unai Emery’s side would not see the side coming sixth benefit owing to the complexities of UEFA’s European Performance Spots (EPS) system.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
Noun
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There are loads of under-the-radar towns along these states' coastlines that have their own unique charms and draws.—
Amy Thomas,
Travel + Leisure,
12 May 2026
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Buckle up for loads of action and a wild ride through SoCal history and haunts.—
Paula L. Woods,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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This was a boon for budget-conscious fliers everywhere.—
John Cassidy,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Having two first-round selections in 2026 could be a boon for the Hornets.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
10 May 2026
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Basic logging is included at no charge, while a subscription unlocks a raft of premium features.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 May 2026
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New reports don’t end disagreements The latest raft of reporting, with mysterious figures and unexplained sounds, has not yet made a believer out of skeptic Benjamin Radford.—
Andy Rose,
CNN Money,
8 May 2026
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Her national championship bonus was $5,000.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
13 May 2026
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In the ensuing years, Amanda frequently cited illness for her absences from her job as a resident advisor (RA) in college at San Jose State University, her college classmates recalled in a Scamanda bonus episode.—
Jessica Sager,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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Young vandals have been suspected in a slew of subway thefts in recent months.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
14 May 2026
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Neighbors shared a slew of security camera footage from various incidents, showing masked suspects approaching their homes and stealing packages, taking things from truck beds and breaking into mailboxes.—
Zach Boetto,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
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In effect, the Time Warner shareholders got AOL stock at a then-value that looked like windfall.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
9 May 2026
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The clubs will contest a two-legged play-off semi-final, with the winners to meet the victors of Hull City’s clash with Millwall on May 23 at Wembley Stadium to contest a place in next season’s Premier League, and a potential windfall of around £200million ($271m).—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
8 May 2026
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Termites will always search for new sources of damp wood, so aside from chemical treatment, the best way to prevent an infestation is to avoid leaks and reduce moisture in your home, as well as avoid damp wood outside, like rotting stumps and firewood piles.—
Dan Simms,
USA Today,
12 May 2026
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Even actor and Chiefs superfan Eric Stonestreet joined the pile-on.—
Paloma Chavez,
PEOPLE,
12 May 2026
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“Bonanza.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonanza. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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