Meaning & use

blessing

noun·Everyday

Something that brings happiness, help, or good fortune, or a prayer asking for divine favor.

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Having supportive neighbors was a real blessing during the difficult winter.

The priest offered a blessing over the newlyweds before the reception began.

A note on using this word

"A blessing in disguise" describes something that seems bad at first but turns out to be helpful.

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