mannas

noun

plural of manna
1
as in joys
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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2
as in benefits
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 Synonyms for mannas
  1. joys
  2. benefits
  3. treats
  4. blessings
  5. delights
  6. boons
  7. gifts
Noun
  • By the end of my rave journey, I was comforted by the knowledge that there is a space for people—newcomers, veteran partygoers like Estephani—to discover the joys of dancing among like-minded attendees.
    — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026
  • In England, one of the great joys of the World Cup—right up there with filling in sticker books, reviving old pop songs, and watching Germany lose—is the tournament wall chart.
    — Jon Allsop, New Yorker, 14 July 2026
Definition of joys
Noun
  • Molinar’s settlement is equal to the sum of one year’s salary and benefits, according to the separation agreement released by Fort Worth ISD officials on Tuesday in response to an open records request.
    — Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026
  • Doing so could have health benefits greater than participating in other recreational sports or fitness activities.
    — Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 14 July 2026
Definition of benefits
Noun
  • Later, when Saeng-gang and her mother leave the palace to hide Saeng-gang’s spirit-hearing abilities, the mother is poisoned by treats sent from the palace.
    — Kayti Burt, Time, 17 July 2026
  • The idea of ice cream helping with sleep sounds counterintuitive, but UK brand Snooz is banking on a growing shift in how consumers think about nighttime treats.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson July 17, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 July 2026
Definition of treats
Noun
  • The Liberty Medal honors men and women of courage and conviction who strive to secure the blessings of liberty for people around the globe, the Constitution Center explains.
    — Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 3 July 2026
  • The blessings of liberty were secured for some, while others were told to wait.
    — Dev Patnaik, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
Definition of blessings
Noun
  • Mornings begin with a gentle workout followed by workshops on topics like breath work and meditation, while afternoons are busy with winery tours, cooking classes, horseback riding, and other cultural delights.
    — Katie Camero, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • In another especially science-fictiony case, ticks’ very saliva can spark a severe allergy to such delights as ice cream and hamburgers.
    — Meg Tirrell, CNN Money, 14 July 2026
Definition of delights
Noun
  • Disney’s live-action remakes have largely been box-office boons for the company, with a few exceptions.
    — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
  • This is one of the biggest boons of our studio becoming a part of Netflix.
    — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 June 2026
Definition of boons
Noun
  • The lawsuit recruiters came to their town bearing gifts, several residents told The Times.
    — Rebecca Ellis, Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2026
  • Both ideas were kind of expensive, so the three of us agreed to split the costs of both gifts.
    — Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 11 July 2026
Definition of gifts
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