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 Gifts, goodies and favors can come to you. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 7 Feb. 2026 Every athlete gets swag bags, stuffed with free goodies highlighted by a special-edition Samsung Galaxy Z Flip7 phone. Brittany Ghiroli, New York Times, 7 Feb. 2026 The children were sent home at the end of the night with expensive goodie bags. Jen Wang, Vogue, 6 Feb. 2026 The first 100 people also get a library swag bag and goodies. Meg Miller, Austin American Statesman, 31 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • The treat is designed in such a way as to hide the look, texture and smell of the pill so picky dogs don’t avoid taking it.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
  • Don’t forget leash, treats and water.
    Pomerado News, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Our modern candy and roses-centric celebration of Valentine's Day has deep roots that date back to the ancient pagan fertility festival of Lupercalia.
    Jeff Spry, Space.com, 14 Feb. 2026
  • Real Arizonans know that Valentine's Day is so much more than an excuse for candy and cute notes.
    Becky Bartkowski, AZCentral.com, 14 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • But there are gems that are a Sunday afternoon drive away as well, serving up the best beef, sweets and overall experiences a Hoosier can have.
    Joe Mutascio, IndyStar, 20 Feb. 2026
  • These pastel sweets have been found in Old Country Stores for over 70 years, spanning generations of hosting, baby showers, bridal teas, and beyond.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 19 Feb. 2026

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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