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benediction

[ben-i-dik-shuhn] / ˌbɛn ɪˈdɪk ʃən /


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If it was, then it was a beautiful benediction for one of America’s defining songwriters.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 17, 2025

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

From Salon • May 10, 2025

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

Then, having given her benediction, she settled back into her pillows and closed her eyes to the pain of living.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides




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