bonanza
noun
bo·nan·za
bə-ˈnan-zə 
1
mining
: an exceptionally large and rich mineral deposit (as of an ore, precious metal, or petroleum)
2
a
: something that is very valuable, profitable, or rewarding
a box-office bonanza
b
: a very large amount
a bonanza of sympathy
c
: extravaganza
channels planning all-day viewing bonanzas—
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—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The real bonanza period only lasted from 1878 to 1882.
—Richard Grant, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025
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While the Grand Canyon hosts the Park Service’s largest night-sky bonanza, many other national parks also put on star parties throughout the year.
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Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Apr. 2025
The real bonanza period only lasted from 1878 to 1882.
—Richard Grant, Smithsonian Magazine, 31 Mar. 2025
But for fans, having two such creative talents both lending equally strong songs felt like a welcome rarity and a bonanza.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 14 Feb. 2025
While the Grand Canyon hosts the Park Service’s largest night-sky bonanza, many other national parks also put on star parties throughout the year.
—Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 13 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for bonanza
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“Bonanza.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bonanza. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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bonanza
noun
bo·nan·za
bə-ˈnan-zə
1
: a large and rich mineral deposit
2
: something that brings a rich return
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