goo

noun

ˈgü How to pronounce goo (audio)
Definition of goonext
as in schmaltz
something (as a work of literature or music) that is too sentimental the latest goo from a children's author who knows how to lay it on thick

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Recent Examples of goo Shortly after coming into contact with a mysterious black goo, DeMarr, through his newfound ability to function as a human portal, provided safe passage for Gad and others during a nightclub fire. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 4 June 2026 Solutions might require Gordon’s goo-gun cannon to jam up gears, or Batgirl's hacking Batarang, for example. — Gabriel Zamora, PC Magazine, 26 May 2026 The basic premise of this novel is that a woman finds a pile of goo and attempts to shape it into her perfect man. — Literary Hub, 5 May 2026 Chewy coconut, crunchy cashew crumbs, lots of caramel goo interspersed with chocolate goo. — Alex Beggs, Bon Appetit Magazine, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goo
  1. sludge
  2. mush
  3. schmaltz
Noun
  • But the real key to the magic is that frenetic tone — the dirty, grungy, previously unheard sludge created when guitarist/Ray’s brother Dave Davies slashed his amp’s speaker with a razor.
    — Debby Wolfinsohn, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026
  • Inline water filters can be installed and are widely used to trap dirt, debris, and sludge.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026
Definition of sludge
Noun
  • Torres’ mofongo is more mash than mush, aggressive with garlic and hot with black pepper.
    — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026
  • This version ranks among Orange County’s best, delivering a satisfying snap and enough beefy richness without turning into mush.
    — Carolyn Burt, Oc Register, 30 July 2026
Definition of mush
Noun
  • Manzano also likes to slowly render the skin to make schmaltz.
    — Riley Wofford, Martha Stewart, 19 July 2026
  • Maybe a better balance would’ve kept the finale from descending into schmaltz.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 26 June 2026
Definition of schmaltz

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goo
good
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“Goo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goo. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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