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
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Noun
  • After that, Cohen began working with artists like New York painter Will Cotton, known for incorporating candy and various sweets into his portraits.
    Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Trader Joe’s wanted to change that by offering innovative treats for the holiday this year, and the podcast hosts spoke with Trader Joe’s candy and cookies category manager to get the details.
    Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • After a long day, head to Kohl’s Frozen Custard for a sweet treat.
    Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 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
  • This little bit of information might also be enough to ruffle some research going on in the astronomy community.
    Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The bit was so popular that Sudeikis was tapped to reprise the character again the following year.
    Alicia Rancilio, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.

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