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 Mid-match progression looks abundant, with upgradeable ship guns, turrets, personal weapons, traps, and a plethora of other goodies to discover and wield to terrifying effect. Alan Bradley, Space.com, 5 Apr. 2025 To celebrate the brand’s expansion into Elk Grove, Spencer’s will hold an event in April with giveaways and other goodies for customers, the company said in a Wednesday news release. Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 2 Apr. 2025 First 100 registrations will receive bunny ears and a special goodie bag. San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Apr. 2025 This is an example of an oldie that will be a goodie forever. Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 29 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • However, a visit to a nearby senior center in their new home of Keller resulted in a gift that far exceeded even the tastiest candy.
    Rick Mauch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Top them with fresh berries, edible flowers, or your favorite Easter candy.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Kattan considers the warm, messy treat to be a comfort food.
    Claire Turrell, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Apr. 2025
  • Here’s a rundown of all the sweet treats that made the cut, including what won in round one.
    Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • Some of our favorite Passover desserts are no-cook sweets like our date and chocolate balls.
    Yakir Levy, Oc Register, 2 Apr. 2025
  • Kudos on cutting back on sweets and prioritizing your health.
    ESSENCE Lifestyle, Essence, 31 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Experiencing a little bit of stress now and again is perfectly normal.
    Ana Morales, Vogue, 7 Apr. 2025
  • Even passport wallets with a smaller design will still be a tiny bit larger than a traditional wallet, but most passport wallets are designed to fit into your front pocket for easy access.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 7 Apr. 2025

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.

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