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Recent Examples of manna 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 The manna trees, or Eucalyptus viminalis, along this public roadside, which is situated more or less in the center of the island, and throughout the national park, were planted many years ago by park rangers and volunteers. Elizabeth Warkentin, Smithsonian Magazine, 11 July 2024 Pardons and clemency will rain down like manna on Jan. 6, 2021, insurrectionists. Colbert I. King, Washington Post, 3 July 2024 This was manna for kids, who could text (or sext) each other without fear of their parents’ prying eyes. Cheri Lucas Rowlands, Longreads, 25 June 2024 See All Example Sentences for manna
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Noun
  • So think about joy as the experience and happiness as the idea.
    Jess Cording, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
  • One unexpected joy of League Pass life is the arena feed, which shows us what’s on the jumbotron during timeouts (mascot skits, archival content, dance promotions and many other frivolities).
    Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Noun
  • Many Threads users called Sluys a blessing and a treasure.
    Daniella Gray, MSNBC Newsweek, 13 May 2025
  • Ralph brings up the Drew-and-Dennis situation, casually mentioning that Dennis reached out for his blessing.
    Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 May 2025
Noun
  • This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
    Jon Stojan, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • Bo-Berry Biscuits have been around for decades, but the chain has experimented with lots of twists on the berry treats recently.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 8 May 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • The bigger piece is the resistance training itself, which research shows has benefits for longevity, brain function and cardiovascular health, to name just a few.
    Will Stone, NPR, 19 May 2025
Noun
  • The second book takes kids on a global culinary adventure, from slurping noodles in Japan to savoring tagines in Morocco and discovering the delight of gelato in Italy.
    Jon Stojan, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • The dog's noisy breakthrough has become an unexpected source of joy not just for his family but also for tens of thousands of viewers, many of whom took to the comments to share their delight and humor.
    Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 May 2025
Noun
  • For the private carrier Boxcar, the strike could be a boon.
    Matthew Haag, New York Times, 17 May 2025
  • 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
Noun
  • Unaware of his true story, my family celebrated Victory Day at home with flowers and a small feast every year until my grandfather passed away.
    Sasha Vasilyuk, Time, 8 May 2025
  • How ‘easy money’ from Uncle Sam made Miami a feast for PPP fraudsters Chapman was employed as a disaster relief specialist with the Small Business Administration from Sept. 28, 2020, through her resignation on March 18, 2021, according to court records.
    Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 6 May 2025
Noun
  • The most popular gift categories remain flowers, greeting cards and special outings such as dinner or brunch.
    Jennifer Borresen, USA Today, 10 May 2025
  • For Mother's Day, Tory Burch is offering two gift sets to celebrate the matriarch in your life.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 9 May 2025

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“Manna.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manna. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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