bonanza

noun

Definition of bonanzanext
1
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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2
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 Analysts agree that the weekend itself will likely be a box-office bonanza. — Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 30 July 2026 Club homeowners are not merely annoyed by tourist bonanzas like the World Cup — Airbnb is FIFA’s official lodging partner — or the Ultra music festival, Spring Break and Formula 1 weekend. — Linda Robertson, Miami Herald, 16 July 2026 But that’s just part of the bonanza in fees from the largest IPO in history. — Hugh Son,laya Neelakandan,leslie Picker,ritika Shah, CNBC, 14 July 2026 This red, white, and blue bonanza calls for festive treats, savory snacks, and perhaps even a little something for the host who brought everyone together. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bonanza
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonanza
  1. benefit
  2. loads
  3. boon
  4. raft
  5. bonus
  6. slew
  7. windfall
  8. pile
Noun
  • It’s made of wrinkle- and shrink-resistant Tencel fabric, which is beloved for its moisture-wicking and silky benefits.
    — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 8 Aug. 2026
  • His base salary was $118,356 in 2022, and his total pay and benefits were $155,776.
    — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of benefit
Noun
  • The type of helicopter that crashed can carry heavy loads and is commonly used in firefighting operations, with the ability to carry a more than 2,000-gallon tank.
    — Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 8 Aug. 2026
  • When temperatures exceed 110°F, passenger planes must consider lightening their loads.
    — John Vaillant, Time, 8 Aug. 2026
Definition of loads
Noun
  • The tax immunity deal could be a huge financial boon to the president.
    — Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 7 Aug. 2026
  • SpaceX’s post-IPO slump has been a boon for short-sellers, who are gearing up for the first insider lock-up expiration tomorrow.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of boon
Noun
  • The sheriff's office requested photos or videos that may show the child on a raft or boat with other children before the incident, as well as anyone who may have witnessed the child before she was pulled from the water.
    — Richard Ramos, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Along with the heavy-duty foundation raft, the tower consisted of a hollow concrete core running the complete height of the building, tapering from 35 ft (11 m) at the base to 22 ft (7 m) at the top, with a corresponding thinning of the core walls.
    — David Szondy August 01, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of raft
Noun
  • This may literally come in the form of a settlement, bonus, assets or an inheritance — or could be a good time to meet with a financial advisor to get you on track.
    — Kyle Thomas, PEOPLE, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Niewiadoma-Phinney started Sunday’s stage eight seconds behind Vollering, who got a time bonus for winning the stage.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of bonus
Noun
  • The aviation double-major at Western Michigan University sent out about 100 applications to a slew of employers posting summer opportunities, including retailers, restaurants, landscapers and airports.
    — Alicia Wallace, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Eclipse smartphone apps 2026 SolarWatch The popular iOS stargazing app SolarWatch has had a major update to introduce a slew of helpful eclipse-planning features.
    — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of slew
Noun
  • Fueled by a massive financial windfall from its obesity and diabetes drugs, Lilly is executing a historic M&A spending spree.
    — Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Arsenal feel that cost could be partially offset by the commercial windfall prompted by landing a genuine global star.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of windfall
Noun
  • An initial analysis found that the pile of amphorae is about 70 feet long, 20 feet wide and over 6 feet tall.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Fans could choose from rows upon rows of cleats, stacks of polos, piles of official football jerseys, bins of socks and racks of helmets.
    — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026
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