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
David Harris, SPIN, 11 June 2026
Officials in neighboring Boston are excited about the temporary flexibility, describing the extended last call as an economic boon, not just during the World Cup but also other high-level summer events.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
That could be a boon when attackers have physical access to a device (the precise scenario Bitlocker is designed to protect against).
—Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026
If the training of these platforms could be sped up and made more realistic, similar sim-to-real transfers could be a huge boon.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
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Noun
Teaming up with Albini also proved to be a boon.
—David Harris, SPIN, 11 June 2026
Officials in neighboring Boston are excited about the temporary flexibility, describing the extended last call as an economic boon, not just during the World Cup but also other high-level summer events.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
That could be a boon when attackers have physical access to a device (the precise scenario Bitlocker is designed to protect against).
—Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 9 June 2026
If the training of these platforms could be sped up and made more realistic, similar sim-to-real transfers could be a huge boon.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 7 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for boon
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The researchers also suggest cash stipends or other social protection policies for lower-income families, and livable minimum wage guarantees.—
Kamala Thiagarajan,
NPR,
21 June 2026
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Getty Images for Ascot Racecourse The highly agile Getty shooter Alan Crowhurst has done us a great favor by bringing concrete cloakroom evidence of the many social and administrative challenges that the (famous) Royal Ascot costume edicts require in order to be properly met.—
Guy Martin,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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Dalal said their son played there daily with his friends, taking advantage of a club policy that allows children under five to enter without a membership.—
Rhea Mogul,
CNN Money,
21 June 2026
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The comedian, 38, best known for his role as the acerbic gay best friend Elliott Goss in HBO’s Search Party, chose our meeting place to take advantage of the balmy late-May weather and to say goodbye to the neighborhood.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2026
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So, why does the 18-year-old, who wears that mythical number for Barcelona — most closely associated with their all-time record scorer and appearance maker Messi — not have the same privilege with La Roja?—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Not everyone who wants you around deserves the privilege of knowing you deeply, Cancer.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
17 June 2026
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Terms apply to American Express benefits and offers.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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Avila pointed to lower-court decisions in Florida, including a 1st District Court of Appeal decision from 2000 in which out-of-state residents challenged Florida’s residency requirement to receive homestead benefits.—
Lawrence Mower Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 June 2026
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The options before voters are business owner and lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella and Iván Cepeda, a lawmaker and heir to the political movement of outgoing President Gustavo Petro, the nation’s first leftist leader.—
Regina Garcia Cano,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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What to Watch For The proclamation comes only two days after former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham won a special election to replace an outgoing member of Parliament for Makerfield.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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But according to agreement, Iran will now be allowed to export oil, gain access to frozen assets, and receive reconstruction funding of $300 billion, Pinkas said.—
Pamela Avila,
CNN Money,
18 June 2026
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Rather than relying solely on large strategic assets, defense planners increasingly seek portable systems that can move with frontline forces.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
18 June 2026
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Choose kindness at home, let steadiness lead.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 June 2026
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Cancer June 21 – July 22 Clarity grows as your words find kindness.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
20 June 2026
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The reforms have the blessing of Raúl Castro, who, according to the Cuban state media outlet Cubadebate, attended the meeting via video call.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
18 June 2026
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Gaudí is best known for the Sagrada Familia, where Pope Leo XIV presided over the blessing and inauguration of the central Tower of Jesus Christ on June 10, during events marking the centenary of the architect’s death.—
Emiliano de Pablos,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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“Boon.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/boon. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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