manna from heaven

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But as a person who enjoys marveling at the incredible weirdos who get elected in this country, I have to admit that the George Santos saga was like manna from heaven.

From Slate • Nov. 16, 2023

The sight of Lopez-Padilla’s silver Jeep pulling up to the Lost City encampment on Thursday felt, to some residents, like a miracle — like manna from heaven.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 24, 2023

I've spoken to former employees who think this could be manna from heaven for trolls and people pushing misinformation.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2023

The story of manna from heaven may have originated from honeydew excreted by sap-sucking insects, Raupp said.

From Washington Post • Aug. 12, 2022

I open my mouth, inhaling deeply—it’s like manna from heaven.

From "Water for Elephants" by Sara Gruen