windfall
Example Sentences
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The rules could also prove a windfall for anyone who likes to flip initial public offerings.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
The country is continuing to enjoy a windfall from US technology and pharma companies who pay much of their global taxes in Ireland.
From BBC • Mar. 28, 2026
The increase in demand has pushed coal prices higher and even sparked talk of a windfall tax in coal-producing Indonesia, which reversed a decision taken last year to reduce production.
From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026
However, the Norwegian company is blessed with low-cost hydropower, stands to benefit from higher aluminum prices and European premiums, and its energy division could see windfall prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
Palsson and Bobby might see some money, it was suggested, if the film made a profit, although it was highly unlikely for a documentary to realize even a slight windfall.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.