worldly goods

plural noun

: things one owns : possessions
He sold all of his worldly goods.

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The irony of contrast to the former inhabitants’ austere lifestyle, renouncing worldly goods, surely wouldn’t be lost on the savvy guests. — Beth Landman, HollywoodReporter, 21 June 2025 For most people, the idea of passing on their worldly goods to family seems intuitive. — Ashley Case, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025

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“Worldly goods.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/worldly%20goods. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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