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benediction

[ben-i-dik-shuhn] / ˌbɛn ɪˈdɪk ʃən /


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And on Friday, the Chicago Sun-Times gave the ultimate benediction with its cover.

From Salon • May 10, 2025

They emerge from within a rocky outcropping in an otherwise grassy field and hold up their hands, as if in benediction.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 15, 2024

Ellen Burstyn closed the luncheon with a benediction to celebrate the honorees, whom she praised.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 12, 2024

Advice given on New Year’s takes on the air of a benediction, a strong first sentence with which to begin a new chapter.

From New York Times • Dec. 30, 2023

When she had straightened the bed to his liking the big Greek inclined his head so deliberately that the gesture seemed one of benediction rather than a simple nod of thanks.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers




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