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as in merchandise
products that are bought and sold in business
had a hard time selling leftover Easter goods that were still on the shelves by Mother's Day
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as in qualification
a skill, an ability, or knowledge that makes a person able to do a particular job
the hiring committee thinks this latest applicant really has the goods
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as in things
transportable items that one owns
before moving to Florida, the couple sold their house and auctioned off their household goods
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Recent Examples of goods
The on-site boutique is a (pricey) treasure trove of gorgeous silk and yak wool shirts, scarves, and home goods woven by Norhla.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
The decrease could have been sharper if not for inflation, which is bumping up the prices of lodging, food and goods.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The partnership is expected to handle nearly 2 million shipments annually, with a total volume of more than 26,000 tons, connecting goods from Vietnam to over 220 countries and territories worldwide.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
California’s consumer protection and false advertising laws also forbid misrepresenting goods or services.
—Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
The oil and gas industry expects widespread shortages across multiple categories of goods if the strait remains closed heading into the summer, Gildea said.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
The Defense Production Act is an emergency power typically used to compel private sector companies to prioritize government contracts and increase supplies of critical goods.
—Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
That would more than double the number of shops at Pearl, which currently has 14 apparel, home goods, gift and book stores and a spa.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Apr. 2026
In the United States, consumption tax comes in the form of retail sales tax and excise tax (tax imposed on certain goods or activities, like alcohol or fuel), as well as the aforementioned tariffs.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2026
The decrease could have been sharper if not for inflation, which is bumping up the prices of lodging, food and goods.
—Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The partnership is expected to handle nearly 2 million shipments annually, with a total volume of more than 26,000 tons, connecting goods from Vietnam to over 220 countries and territories worldwide.
—Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026
California’s consumer protection and false advertising laws also forbid misrepresenting goods or services.
—Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 24 Apr. 2026
The oil and gas industry expects widespread shortages across multiple categories of goods if the strait remains closed heading into the summer, Gildea said.
—David Goldman, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2026
The Defense Production Act is an emergency power typically used to compel private sector companies to prioritize government contracts and increase supplies of critical goods.
—Olivia Rinaldi, CBS News, 24 Apr. 2026
That would more than double the number of shops at Pearl, which currently has 14 apparel, home goods, gift and book stores and a spa.
—Madison Iszler, San Antonio Express-News, 23 Apr. 2026
In the United States, consumption tax comes in the form of retail sales tax and excise tax (tax imposed on certain goods or activities, like alcohol or fuel), as well as the aforementioned tariffs.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goods
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Several staples — including snack kiosks and merchandise locations — are being removed, disappearing from the park as Disney reworks the area, according to multiple reports.—
Jessica Mekles,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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But as a frequent convention attendee (and spender), the heart of merchandise at SacAnime is in the artist alley.—
Emma Hall,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Warsh’s chances for confirmation in the near future appear to be near zero – and that has nothing to do with his qualifications or his answers to tough questions.—
David Goldman,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Gorka’s qualifications for the job also came under scrutiny.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
21 Apr. 2026
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Confirm timing, assign ownership, and keep things clear.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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But things got wild when the robot started break dancing and bashing itself into a million robotic pieces.—
Matt Reigle OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
21 Apr. 2026
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Under the new law, the CCC said, one member must have expertise in social justice, while the two other members must have expertise in social justice, public health, public safety, regulation of business, consumer commodities, and/or the production and distribution of marijuana.—
State House News Service,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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That constitutes a huge bet that Iran will not be able to use any of several varieties of drones to hit tankers or ships carrying key commodities.—
Edward Lotterman,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
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No, that stuff is all incredible and very much the result of good fortune in my career.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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To hell with all that superstitious stuff.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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Beginning this week, there's going to be more of a focus on attracting gifts, money and possessions, Taurus.—
Kyle Thomas,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Foligno, who threw his body around all game, found himself near the crease on a Wild possession and was in the right spot as Nico Sturm threw a puck at the net.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2026
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But overall, humanoid robots still have a long way to go in demonstrating their capability to operate in complex and sometimes chaotic environments.—
Jeremy Hsu,
ArsTechnica,
20 Apr. 2026
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Fang Qian, Lockheed Martin’s vice president of its GPS program, said this satellite will feature anti-jam capability that’s eight times stronger and three times more accurate than the legacy spacecraft on orbit today.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
20 Apr. 2026
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Casias, 53, was last seen walking on a highway near Talpa, New Mexico, in June 2025, according to New Mexico State Police, leaving her belongings at home and a phone that had been factory-reset, NBC News reported.—
Natasha Chen,
CNN Money,
21 Apr. 2026
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Among the gunman’s belongings was a photo modified by artificial intelligence showing him alongside the Columbine attackers, according to a state official who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the official was not authorized to address the media.—
Maria Verza,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Goods.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goods. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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