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 The new September Drop does have some Gemini flavor, but there are non-AI goodies, too. Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026 For the music lovers Candlelight Concerts Journey back to the ’70s in September with orchestral performances of some oldies but goodies. Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026 Those items are indicated with a small, round 30 logo in the event guide (aka passport), which also has a center fold-out with the goodies indicated, divided by eras. Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026 There will also be a Boutique where festival goers can customize their new goodies with patches, buttons and embroidery. Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • The treats make sense, Donati told Fox News Digital, as Americans increasingly consider their pets part of the family.
    Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • An ultimate treat for those like me, who always look to satisfy their sweet tooth.
    Bianca Harris, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Perhaps one of the most unique Suisun Valley tasting rooms is at the famous candy maker Jelly Belly.
    Nicole Findlay, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Chocolate is not involved, nor is Willy Wonka or tours of his fabled, fictional candy factory.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 11 Sep. 2026
Noun
  • Neighbors had gathered for an afternoon of merriment, complete with a barbecue, a sweets station, and three bouncy castles.
    Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Their slightly chewy texture comes from sweet rice flour, a typical ingredient in many Asian sweets—and one that is naturally gluten-free.
    Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 10 Sep. 2026

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 14 Sep. 2026.

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