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 Each child will leave with a goodie bag. Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 May 2026 Head back to the retailer’s main sale hub for more impressive discounts and marked down goodies. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 22 May 2026 Andy Cohen got onstage at Radio City Music Hall on May 11 for the NBCUniversal Upfront and told us about Bravo’s new shows, returning shows, BravoCon, and all sorts of other fun goodies. Brian Moylan, Vulture, 15 May 2026 Welcome cocktail/mock-tail and goodie bag upon arrival; samples and desserts from nine restaurants; music from High and Wides; SPCA brings some furry friends; raffle prizes. Staff Report, Baltimore Sun, 13 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • Breakfast here is a spectacular sight, with gargantuan pastries and other treats lining the central dining counter, dividing the two restaurant spaces.
    Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 June 2026
  • The coffee chain has been handing out free sweet treats on National Donut Day every year for the past 16 years.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 June 2026
Noun
  • Isis Petrie Williams, president of Haddon Township Pride, said that the 2,000 to 3,000 people in the parade will include local high school marching bands, youth sports teams and many people passing out candy.
    Geoff Mulvihill, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2026
  • The lobby is home to La Pistache, a corner candy store and patisserie that is the perfect place to pick up a box of lokum as a souvenir or gift.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Noun
  • Better brushing and flossing, plus cutting back on sweets or coffee, could stop the damage.
    The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2026
  • Among a sea of casseroles and sweets, a big bowl of fresh fruit is always welcome at church events.
    Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 24 May 2026

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.

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