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
Anastasia Klimchynskaya, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
The clinical trial became a boon for Abbott, which publicized the results to wrest market share from Mead Johnson.
—David Hilzenrath, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Still, the mere possibility of receiving Michelin accreditation could be a boon for the tourism and hospitality industries of mid-sized American cities.
—Bradley Hohulin, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2026
Trump’s recent threats will further encourage Canada and the European member states in their efforts to rely less on the US for security – a shift that is a boon to their own domestic defence industries.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 7 Apr. 2026
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Today’s space industry, too, offers many economic boons, with companies such as SpaceX and Blue Origin employing thousands.
—Anastasia Klimchynskaya, The Conversation, 10 Apr. 2026
The clinical trial became a boon for Abbott, which publicized the results to wrest market share from Mead Johnson.
—David Hilzenrath, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
Still, the mere possibility of receiving Michelin accreditation could be a boon for the tourism and hospitality industries of mid-sized American cities.
—Bradley Hohulin, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2026
Trump’s recent threats will further encourage Canada and the European member states in their efforts to rely less on the US for security – a shift that is a boon to their own domestic defence industries.
—Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 7 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boon
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Even the most complimentary appraisals of Raphael, which celebrate his multimodal genius—painter, draftsman, architect, poet, surveyor of antiquities—also mention his exquisite social tact and career climbing.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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County officials declined to answer questions about the grandmother’s account, including whether a social worker documented any such observation.—
Julia Prodis Sulek,
Mercury News,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has proved its biggest strategic advantage in the war.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The Penguins opted to sit Crosby and several other regulars after clinching a playoff berth for the first time since the 2021-22 season and home ice advantage throughout the first round.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Against a backdrop of tennis courts, luxury hotels, and colonial privilege, simmering tensions erupt as Lan’s brother Tran rejects his wealthy family’s collaboration with the French to join Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary cause, setting off an assassination that changes everything.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
15 Apr. 2026
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Guests can wander between all four of the Mayakoba properties (Fairmont Mayakoba, Rosewood Mayakoba, and Banyan Tree Mayakoba are the others), enjoying room-charging privileges throughout.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Others, however, see potential benefits, especially for local businesses trying to stay competitive.—
Conor McGill,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Broward County Commission has approved a study to determine the cost and benefits of reinstating Broward County Fire Rescue, an independent agency that was absorbed by the Broward Sheriff’s Office in 2003.—
Rafael Olmeda,
Sun Sentinel,
14 Apr. 2026
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Magyar was once a member of Orbán’s own party, and has a decent amount of overlap ideologically with the outgoing prime minister.—
New York Daily News,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
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Keira is outgoing, social, and comfortable expressing her thoughts and feelings.—
MARE Staff,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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The preposterous proposal for a one-time tax on financial assets of rich Californians is contraindicated by any accepted financial strategy.—
Harvey Levine,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
15 Apr. 2026
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The shift comes just a few weeks after Allbirds sold its footwear assets and branding to American Exchange Group, which specializes in selling licensed fashion accessories with already-existing recognizable brand names, for just $39 million.—
Allison Morrow,
CNN Money,
15 Apr. 2026
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Stay well, everyone, and know that small acts of kindness count.—
Helen Dennis,
Daily News,
19 Apr. 2026
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In the South, manners are all about genuine kindness and compassion.—
Katherine Owen,
Southern Living,
18 Apr. 2026
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Drivers heading back to their villages along coastal highways cheered each other, flashed victory signs and exchanged blessings.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Maybe this is all a blessing in disguise.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
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“Boon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boon. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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