Definition of Windfall

an unanticipated benefit, usually monetary in nature

Examples of Windfall in a sentence

With her lottery windfall, Gail eliminated all her financial debt.  

Hopefully my accountant will help me get a windfall when he completes my tax paperwork.  

On Will’s eighteenth birthday he will receive a cash windfall as part of his inheritance.  

As a shareholder, I am very pleased with my dividend windfall this year.  

The college student was thrilled when the purchase of a dollar lottery ticket won her a windfall.  

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