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 Some items boosted only incrementally by a percentage point or so, while other snacks and goodies jumped as much as 25%. Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026 Upon arrival, dogs receive the VIP (Very Important Pup) treatment with tasty treats and a bevy of goodies back in the room. Rebecca R. Norris, USA Today, 22 July 2026 Everyone in the family will find something here, from coffee to treats to books, so prepare to go in different directions and reconvene later in the courtyard to show off your goodies. Annie Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2026 How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • For dessert, the tiramisu is a never-miss classic and the pistacchio mille feuille de (only available for dinner) was a really fun, flavorful treat.
    Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Afternoon lemonade and homemade treats are laid out for guests to nibble on before dinner.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • For a nickel, Minnesotans could get a candy bar packed with peanuts that would both satiate a sweet tooth and fill an empty stomach.
    Frankie McLister, CBS News, 31 July 2026
  • The trend is expanding across candy, chips, sauces and drinks.
    Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026
Noun
  • By the 1970s, candy companies were mass-producing chamoy sauces and sweets.
    Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026
  • One of her favorite sweets is butter mochi, a chewy dessert made from rice flour.
    ABC News, ABC News, 25 July 2026

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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