windfall

noun

ˈwin(d)-ˌfȯl How to pronounce windfall (audio)
Definition of windfallnext
as in benefit
something that provides happiness or does good for a person or thing hitting the lottery jackpot was an incredible windfall for the recently laid-off worker

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Recent Examples of windfall Choosing to write a Substack instead of writing only for the Journal of American History means absorbing a professional cost, not cashing in a windfall. — Literary Hub, 23 July 2026 The war has been a windfall for Fujairah, which has favorable access to the Indian Ocean outside Gulf waters — the UAE’s six other emirates largely sit within the Strait of Hormuz. — semafor.com, 23 July 2026 The $42 million loan was repaid through a lucrative government currency-exchange scheme resulting in a windfall of $600 million. — Jay Weaver july 21, Miami Herald, 21 July 2026 The 39-day World Cup delivered an audience and sponsorship windfall for Fox and Telemundo/Peacock. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for windfall
Recent Examples of Synonyms for windfall
  1. benefit
  2. blessing
  3. boon
  4. gift
Noun
  • Soak for 30 minutes to absorb the bath’s therapeutic benefits which include releasing tension, cleansing your skin, and relaxing your body.
    — Rana Good, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Aug. 2026
  • This financing reflects our focus on supporting experienced operators developing essential infrastructure with strong underlying economics and measurable environmental benefits.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of benefit
Noun
  • And when Simon sought his counsel before traveling to South Africa, Belafonte famously urged him to first seek the movement’s blessing — advice Simon did not take.
    — Patrick Brzeski, HollywoodReporter, 30 July 2026
  • Now, the company sets its eyes on Hong Kong, this time with China’s blessing.
    — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 29 July 2026
Definition of blessing
Noun
  • Going into the negotiation with Romo on CBS’ side instead of on Disney’s roster was considered a boon to the Tiffany Network.
    — Andrew Marchand, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • Crumb said that a road system where all users feel comfortable would ultimately be a financial boon for the city.
    — Ariane Lange, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of boon
Noun
  • The Herald reported Whitaker’s statement on July 17 in a story that first disclosed the GMCVB’s ticket gift to Rodriguez through the commissioner’s political action committee, A Bolder Florida.
    — Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Reid’s constancy is one of the gifts that has led him to the pinnacle of the NFL as the fourth-winningest coach in league history.
    — Vahe Gregorian July 31, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026
Definition of gift

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