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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
Politicians say misleading things all the time, but Trump is setting himself up for failure by suggesting that fiscal balance will be easy and that tariffs will be like manna from heaven.
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The Editors, National Review, 5 Mar. 2025
Lost and stranded on a narrow ledge on a frigid night, the father came upon a backpack that – like manna from heaven – was filled with emergency blankets, water, snacks, a small tent and other supplies.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN, 22 Feb. 2025
Another unique element in the mix is manna, a natural sweetener culled from ash trees found in the area.
—Catherine Sabino, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
This sensation is the manna of mountain climbing, a reason that so many of us return to peaks so high and massive the world seems infinite.
—Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
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The Editors, National Review, 5 Mar. 2025
Lost and stranded on a narrow ledge on a frigid night, the father came upon a backpack that – like manna from heaven – was filled with emergency blankets, water, snacks, a small tent and other supplies.
—Ray Sanchez, CNN, 22 Feb. 2025
Another unique element in the mix is manna, a natural sweetener culled from ash trees found in the area.
—Catherine Sabino, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
This sensation is the manna of mountain climbing, a reason that so many of us return to peaks so high and massive the world seems infinite.
—Grayson Haver Currin, Outside Online, 9 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for manna
Noun
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Each artist created their own interpretations of Jacobs’ signature silhouettes, ranging from the Tote Bag and Snapshot to ready-to-wear, accessories and wallets, through the lens of joy as wearable fashions.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
2 Oct. 2025
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That means more kids can experience the joy of building and imaginative play without frustration.—
Emily Glover,
Parents,
2 Oct. 2025
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Instead of taking this as a personal attack, start to look at it as a blessing.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 Oct. 2025
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Entering the mental-health field wasn’t easy, but Koh says now that being new to both business and health was in some ways a blessing.—
Alice Park,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Bo, the therapy dog for the Metro Nashville Police Department, hung up his vest and is living the good life, eating his favorite treat, duck jerky with handler Faye Okert, who retired with her dog after more than three decades in policing.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
28 Sep. 2025
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Your animal friends will get tasty pumpkin treats and seasonal enrichment as jack o' lanterns become reefs for the underwater creatures.—
Caroline Ritzie,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Other homeowners find that the time- and labor-saving benefits of leaf blowers outweigh the noise and air pollution.—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Sep. 2025
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Inspired by real riders, biker gangs, and based on true events that David Mann encountered throughout his life as a rider, Mann was alive to reap the benefits of his fame, something rarely afforded to many artists.—
Dominick Williams,
Kansas City Star,
28 Sep. 2025
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Everything about this outfit is a delight — much like the actress herself.—
Andrea Wurzburger,
PEOPLE,
1 Oct. 2025
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Foodies will enjoy the signature delights of the region, like Tropea onions, spicy nduja sausage spread, and the classic frozen Tartufo, made with layers of mouthwatering gelato.—
Gary Portuesi,
Travel + Leisure,
30 Sep. 2025
Noun
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That’s sure to be a boon to business.—
Kati Chitrakorn,
CNN Money,
28 Sep. 2025
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By the end of a run, players could have as many as 15 boons which, on top of temporary weapon upgrades, blessings from Moon, familiars, and more, creates a dizzying amount of customization that’s almost impossible to intentionally recreate verbatim on the regular.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
27 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Those feasts are scheduled to run through the end of the festival.—
Dada Jovanovic,
ABC News,
28 Sep. 2025
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Sure, roast turkey is the centerpiece, but the true stars are the family favorites that round out the holiday feast.—
Joe Sevier,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Sep. 2025
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Well, there was a real gift from the writers as far as that monologue was concerned.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
1 Oct. 2025
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Take a look at your holiday gift wrap, gift bags, bows, and ribbons.—
Amy Panos,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Manna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manna. Accessed 5 Oct. 2025.
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