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   windfall

   /ˈwɪn(d)fɔːl/

   noun

   • 1. an apple or other fruit blown down from a tree or bush by the wind.
   • 2. a large amount of money that is won or received unexpectedly: "members are to get an average £520 cash windfall for voting ‘yes’ to the merger"

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   What is a windfall?

   • A windfall is a crazy bit of unexpected good fortune. First used in the 15th century, the word windfall originally referred to fruit that the wind blew from the trees. Like a prize was there for whomever found it — no need for the ladder and effort of picking it from the tall trees.

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   What is a financial windfall?

   • A windfall means an unexpected or sudden acquisition or advantage, often in the form of unforeseen financial gain. For many people, a financial windfall isn’t necessarily a life-altering moment. Often, it’s quieter than hitting the jackpot or winning the lottery (which, in many cases, can actually make beneficiaries more prone to bankruptcy).

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   What is windfall profit?

   • It brings about windfall to his earnings, and the gain he makes is called windfall profit. Several countries have also defined fixed laws and taxation policies to tax this unexpected profit. For example, if someone wins a lottery in India, they have to give straightaway close to 35% of the winning amount to the Indian government.

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   Is receiving a windfall a good idea?

   • Receiving a windfall is a fortunate event. While it's possible to retire early or make significant lifestyle changes with enough money and planning, for most windfalls, they won't have a major impact. It's recommended to go back to living within your means and be thankful for the fortunate event.

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3. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishWINDFALL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   an amount of money that you win or receive from someone unexpectedly: Investors each received a windfall of £3,000. UK The government is hoping to collect a windfall tax (= extra tax on a large unexpected company profit) from British Electric. SMART Vocabulary: related words and phrases. Amounts of money. balance. bank. bounty. buck. capital.

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   • Windfall: French Translation

     windfall translate: fruit(s) abattu(s) par le vent, aubaine....

   • Windfall: Japanese Translation

     windfall translate: 棚からぼたもち. Learn more in the Cambridge...

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     WINDFALL translate: suma de dinero inesperada, fruta caída,...

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   The meaning of WINDFALL is something (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind. How to use windfall in a sentence.

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   Windfall definition: an unexpected gain, piece of good fortune, or the like. See examples of WINDFALL used in a sentence.

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   A windfall is a crazy bit of unexpected good fortune. First used in the 15th century, the word windfall originally referred to fruit that the wind blew from the trees. Like a prize was there for whomever found it — no need for the ladder and effort of picking it from the tall trees.

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   A windfall means an unexpected or sudden acquisition or advantage, often in the form of unforeseen financial gain. Swimmin' in it. For many people, a financial windfall isn’t necessarily a life-altering moment.

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    Define windfall. windfall synonyms, windfall pronunciation, windfall translation, English dictionary definition of windfall. n. 1. A sudden, unexpected piece of good fortune or financial gain. 2. Something, such as a ripened fruit, that has been blown down by the wind. adj.

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    A windfall is a sum of money that you receive unexpectedly or by luck, for example if you win a lottery.