as in lunatic
a person who lacks good sense or judgment
don't be such a silly goose—you're dressed just fine for the party
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Recent Examples of goose
One goose appeared to be sitting on the nest a couple of hours before first pitch but took off flying with its mate.
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Sarah Trotto, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
Though Monday’s goose chase ended up leading to a dead end, Swift is famous for teasing things months in advance and leaving Easter eggs for her fans to decode.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 27 May 2025
The hidden clues soon take them on a wild goose chase.
—Staff Author Published, EW.com, 22 May 2025
To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 12 May 2025
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Sarah Trotto, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025
Though Monday’s goose chase ended up leading to a dead end, Swift is famous for teasing things months in advance and leaving Easter eggs for her fans to decode.
—Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 27 May 2025
The hidden clues soon take them on a wild goose chase.
—Staff Author Published, EW.com, 22 May 2025
To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island’s animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 12 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for goose
Noun
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Tobias is Flashlight’s court fool, a source of chaos, comedy, and pathos.—
Lily Meyer,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2025
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Soccer is the most popular sport in the world and the city’s essential billionaire investor, Morningstar founder Joe Mansueto, is no fool.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Today’s promenade calls to mind the original Pleasure Pier in its heyday, complete with 16 rides, arcade games, and plenty of eats, including fair favorites like turkey legs and funnel cake.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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An apple with nut butter or a slice of turkey on a whole wheat tortilla are ideal menu items.—
Korin Miller,
Outside Online,
24 May 2025
Noun
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Americans are advised to eat more fruits and vegetables, include a variety of protein sources—seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, legumes, soy products, and unsalted nuts/seeds—and opt for protein sources lower in solid fats and calories.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Apr. 2025
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Botanically the fruit is a drupe, not a nut.—
Kurt Snibbe,
Oc Register,
13 Apr. 2025
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“Goose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goose. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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