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as in joy
a source of great satisfaction
the announcement that there would be a sequel was manna to the many fans of the original movie
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as in blessing
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing
the company's holiday bonus was especially welcome manna this year
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Recent Examples of manna
For a band that has not released a proper new song in 16 years, any fresh Oasis content is like manna from heaven for the band’s die-hard fans.
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 24 Sep. 2025
Demon-killing shofars, a living tallit worthy of Doctor Strange, and health-restoring manna.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
His return to the circuit playing with current icons like Scottie Scheffler (who just won the British Open last weekend), Rory McElroy, Jordan Spieth, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Will Zalatoris (very funny) and more is also manna from heaven for golf freaks.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 25 July 2025
Laurie Whitwell landed a nice interview with Manchester United prospect Ayden Heaven, who is manna from heaven for headline writers.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 10 July 2025
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Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 24 Sep. 2025
Demon-killing shofars, a living tallit worthy of Doctor Strange, and health-restoring manna.
—Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
His return to the circuit playing with current icons like Scottie Scheffler (who just won the British Open last weekend), Rory McElroy, Jordan Spieth, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, Will Zalatoris (very funny) and more is also manna from heaven for golf freaks.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 25 July 2025
Laurie Whitwell landed a nice interview with Manchester United prospect Ayden Heaven, who is manna from heaven for headline writers.
—Phil Hay, New York Times, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manna
Noun
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The service The staff here are ever so kind, and bound by the same joy and passion for food and nature as the people that visit.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Pain and joy, an equal balancing, a vying bright anguish of the two.—
Maggie O’Farrell,
Literary Hub,
2 June 2026
Noun
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If the answer is no, then zip it — and count your blessings.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
4 June 2026
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Walkers can pick up a Pilgrim’s Passport at the first hotel and collect stamps along the way, completing the journey with a Testimonium — a certificate of completion — at San Nazario, the site of the former Monastery of San Nazario where San Nilo received the blessing to become a monk.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
4 June 2026
Noun
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Breakfast here is a spectacular sight, with gargantuan pastries and other treats lining the central dining counter, dividing the two restaurant spaces.—
Matt Ortile,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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The coffee chain has been handing out free sweet treats on National Donut Day every year for the past 16 years.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
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But the amendment itself does not limit the benefit to small businesses.—
Lawrence Mower,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Further, Garrett’s ability to win quickly and close on the quarterback, and to convert that pressure into hits and sacks, has long reminded the Rams of the benefits Donald used to give the second and third levels of their defense, especially the secondary in coverage.—
Jourdan Rodrigue,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Noun
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These delights have been a favorite of holiday parties for decades.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
3 June 2026
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Padres left fielder Jase Bowen, a 2019 11th-round draft pick out of high school by the Pirates, got his first career hit in the seventh on a single to the delight of his friends and family.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Moët Hennessy is facing many of the same problems weighing on the broader alcohol industry, such as tariffs and recovering from a post Covid-19 boon.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN Money,
1 June 2026
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That’s part of why the Patriots struggled to run the ball consistently, even while the rest of the league saw a boon on the ground.—
Chad Graff,
New York Times,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Service takes place in an indoor-outdoor space under the stars–making dinner here a true feast for the senses.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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This traditional Georgian feast can last for hours.—
Lori Rackl,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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The order extends to books and materials on sale at the gift stores.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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The lobby is home to La Pistache, a corner candy store and patisserie that is the perfect place to pick up a box of lokum as a souvenir or gift.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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“Manna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manna. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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