goody

variants or goodie
Definition of goodynext
as in treat
something that is pleasing to eat because it is rare or a luxury couldn't wait to sample the bonbons, tortes, and other goodies

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Recent Examples of goody Once all the goodies are mixed in, pop the dish under the broiler until the pepper Jack cheese starts to bubble. Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026 Kids will receive goodie bags to take home. Ut Community Press, San Diego Union-Tribune, 21 Apr. 2026 His arrival and ascendance to being that go-to guy for all sorts of goodies upsets established power structures. Randy Myers, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026 Not to mention Bosnian Pljeskavica, Haitian Griot and other foreign goodies elsewhere in town. Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • However, dark chocolate is high in sugar and calories, so it should be eaten in moderation as an occasional treat.
    Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 29 Apr. 2026
  • Throughout the detailed narrative that rewards close scrutiny (Steve Arnold’s production design is a constant treat all by itself), the cast thrives.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 29 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Mothers enjoy experiences as much as flowers and candy, so think about bringing yours to one of the events mentioned in this column.
    Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 26 Apr. 2026
  • And lo and behold, there will be the candy.
    Mo Rocca, CBS News, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Wingardium leviosa your way to some delicious sweets with this Harry Potter Chocolate Wand .
    Jason Pham, StyleCaster, 1 May 2026
  • The pyramid retained the same five core food groups from the food wheel, with an additional category for fats and sweets, and its hierarchical design visually emphasized complex carbohydrates as the foundation of a healthy American diet.
    Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 Apr. 2026

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 4 May. 2026.

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