I am rather nervous of these abstract nouns, particularly when they are pronounced like a sort of magic spell or a benediction.
It is true that as the days passed the benedictions became more tepid.
He went through them and pointed out in terms that he was able to give something of a benediction to them all.
In the country we feel a plenitude and a satisfaction, a peace and a benediction such as nothing else can give—because we have come home.
It is a valediction, benediction and imprecation all at the same time.
I know that his benediction on her prospects has caused her some concern.
But £150 million of public money is a rather expensive benediction.
Nevertheless, we welcome the sincerity with which he gave his benediction.
