plural of mixed blessing

plural of Toronto blessing

Something that is both a benefit and a burden, or that may seem initially beneficial but also brings unforeseen negative consequences

(Christianity) The Virgin Mary.

(Jamaica, informal) A greeting or farewell.

plural of blessed assurance

(euphemistic, US Southern) buttocks, ass.

Fortunate Isles

Short for May God bless you; said as a short prayer for the recipient. / Said to somebody who has sneezed, as a rhetorical response. (see also bless you)

(idiomatic) To focus one's attention on the circumstances of one's life which are pleasant or fortunate, especially with the intention of diverting one's thoughts from serious or disagreeable matters.