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goody

variants or goodie
as in candy
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 As with years past, this google doc will house some goodies during the season like minor league Stuff+ numbers as well as deeper looks at the player pool. Eno Sarris, The Athletic, 12 Feb. 2025 The goodies from these five will hit your sweet spot. Brittany Anas, The Denver Post, 11 Feb. 2025 The bite: Neighbor Bakehouse delivers fresh goodies every morning. John Metcalfe, The Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2025 Only after teachers and the public became accustomed to receiving these goodies would they be presented with the bill. Chris Roemer, Baltimore Sun, 20 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for goody
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goody
Noun
  • Despite living in Chocolate Town, Timmy loves the diverse selection of chocolate candy produced in Candyland.
    Richard Menger MD MPA, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
  • It is naturally found in certain foods, like dairy products and fruit, and is added to others, like candy and ice cream.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 3 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • After a long day, head to Kohl’s Frozen Custard for a sweet treat.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
  • Tradesman Coffee Shop & Lounge serves up an array of delectable treats, including an eye-catching croissant that is an art form in its own right.
    Emma Kershaw, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Eggs are the backbone of many sweets, from meringues to bread puddings.
    Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 8 Mar. 2025
  • In 1928, their love for rich and delectable sweets culminated in the founding of Kopenhagen, a luxury chocolate brand that Brazilians cherish for a lot more than its irresistible taste.
    Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 6 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Co-presenting the Animated Feature and Animated Short categories, the unlikely duo navigated their bits and at various moments, sweetly linked arms or hands.
    Elizabeth Leonard, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
  • Getting into Gillis’ monologue, like Dave Chappelle and many other stand-ups who’ve hosted over the years the comedian kicked off his second stint by re-hashing some of his regular bits, as well as introducing some new jokes to the Studio 8H crowd.
    Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 2 Mar. 2025

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.

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