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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
Now, the advertising bonanza might be coming to an end after the demise of the shipping loophole that spurred it.
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Daisuke Wakabayashi, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Asia-Pacific markets were mostly higher on Tuesday, while U.S. stock futures were near-flat ahead of Wall Street’s own earnings bonanza.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 29 Apr. 2025
But on Sunday, there’s even more, so be sure to stick around to take full advantage of the book bonanza.
—Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
The intrigue: As of Monday morning, there is a new concept that will be part of the April 2 bonanza: secondary tariffs.
—Courtenay Brown, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025
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Daisuke Wakabayashi, New York Times, 3 May 2025
Asia-Pacific markets were mostly higher on Tuesday, while U.S. stock futures were near-flat ahead of Wall Street’s own earnings bonanza.
—Jenni Reid, CNBC, 29 Apr. 2025
But on Sunday, there’s even more, so be sure to stick around to take full advantage of the book bonanza.
—Lorraine Berry, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2025
The intrigue: As of Monday morning, there is a new concept that will be part of the April 2 bonanza: secondary tariffs.
—Courtenay Brown, Axios, 24 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonanza
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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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Some key benefits driving the transition toward eSIM include: Instant Connectivity: Users can activate eSIM plans in minutes—no physical cards or waiting.—
Dmitri Verbovski,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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For the private carrier Boxcar, the strike could be a boon.—
Matthew Haag,
New York Times,
17 May 2025
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And the growth of Medicare Advantage (now selected by >50% of all Medicare beneficiaries) suggests it’s been a boon for our seniors.—
Seth Joseph,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2025
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And that’s exactly what has driven the raft of Gmail warnings so far this year.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The Chinese government has implemented a raft of stimulus measures to stimulate consumption across different sectors and support businesses impacted by the tariffs and bolster employment.—
Anniek Bao,Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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The teams will not only be competing for the title, but also a $1 million bonus, which will be awarded to the clubs that make it to the championship game.—
Jason Beede,
The Orlando Sentinel,
16 May 2025
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The presumption is that job security—as well as promotions, funding, and possibly bonuses—were linked to progress on this score.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
16 May 2025
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The Grand Hyatt’s remodel is the latest in a slew of construction taking place at DFW.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 May 2025
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The survey was conducted between April 3 and April 23 — a period that followed Trump’s April 2 announcement of a new slew of massive tariffs and a later pause of dozens of those tariffs.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN Money,
15 May 2025
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Join 5 others in the comments View Comments In any case, the trouble in the oil world is a windfall for many consumers filling up their gas tanks.—
Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
12 May 2025
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An irresponsible steward of his life-transforming windfall, he’s fallen behind on his property taxes.—
Peter C. Baker,
New Yorker,
11 May 2025
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By Sunday, Cole and his brother Devon were barbecuing in front of the pile of bricks that used to be his house.—
Julia Vargas Jones,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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However, simply making the form available did not immediately clear the logjam, as servicers still had to wait for further guidance to process the pile of applications that had built up.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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While nonprofits need connections with lawmakers to support their own mission, those same lawmakers need reliable resources and trusted relationships to navigate the myriad of complex issues, often with competing views, that come across their desk.—
Jerry Haag,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
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Since the injury to Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas, there have been a myriad of lineup shuffles, potential signings, and downright insanity that has sprouted up across Red Sox nation.—
Joey Copponi,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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“Bonanza.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonanza. Accessed 27 May. 2025.
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