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[boon] / bun /


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With the centennial, monthly visitor numbers are up 20% this year, a boon for the town’s businesses and coffers.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 23, 2026

Coogler’s recent deal with Warner Bros. to regain ownership rights to his smash hit “Sinners” was a boon for filmmakers who’ve long been frustrated with studio greed and meddling.

From Salon Aug. 19, 2026

We irrigate our lawns and other greenery, which is a boon to the beetles because they need moist landscapes.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 18, 2026

The biotech says its cystic fibrosis drug candidate missed the mark in a Phase 2a trial, though the news could be a boon to shares of Vertex Pharmaceuticals.

From Barron's Aug. 11, 2026

"My lady, I beg the boon of championing your cause."

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin




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