surprise gift
Unannounced generous gesture
A surprise gift is a present given without the recipient's foreknowledge or expectation.
The element of surprise distinguishes it from gifts exchanged at predictable occasions like birthdays or holidays: He showed up with a surprise gift just because he was thinking of her.
The phrase emphasizes spontaneity and thoughtfulness over obligation.
- unexpectedNot anticipated beforehand
- just becauseWithout real justification
- presentGift or current moment
- wrappedCovered in material
- wrapped upFinished or warmly covered
bow · ribbon · birthday · delight · astonishment · joy · unwrapping · hidden · sneak peek · secret · thoughtful · from the heart · package · box · special delivery · care package · excitement · gasp
- giftspresent, presents, Christmas present, stocking stuffer, wish list
- party favorsparty favor, party favors, goodie bag, wedding favors, loot bag
- benefitsadvantage, healthcare coverage, dental insurance, benefit, health screening
- kindnesseskindness, kindnesses, good deeds, generosity, helpfulness
surprise giftexpected delivery
surprise giftpayment
Fulfilling a financial obligation
compensation · wages · salary · debt repayment · quid pro quo
surprise giftbirthday present
Christmas gift · anniversary gift · ceremonial gift · annual award · wedding gift
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