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 The menu features coffee, with beans provided by Daily Grind, tea, hot and cold drinks, and locally made Hosmer Miuntain Soda, along with an assortment of pastries, bagels, and seasonal goodies round out the menu. — Pamela Brown, Hartford Courant, 19 Sep. 2026 Treat yourself to cozy everyday styles and house shoes, plus giftable goodies starting at just $65. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 19 Sep. 2026 Tight end Travis Kelce doesn’t seem to be one to keep many of his sports mementos, and the proof could be seen in that storage locker full of his goodies that a man happened to find a year ago. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026 Broccoli, Grape, And Pasta Salad An oldie that’s a modern day goodie. — Krissy Tiglias, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • Non-traditional cuts of steaks are the order of the day at Alvear Grill, while L'Orangerie y el Jardin d'Hiver serves a breakfast buffet that's a real treat, and afternoon tea with white-gloved waiters.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Especially right now, since Amazon just shaved 22% off for a Prime Day treat.
    — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Use it as a candy bowl or for snacks like puppy chow, cookies, and other finger foods to add a decorative touch to your countertop spread, then cover it with the lid to store any extras.
    — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 2 Oct. 2026
  • She was raised by a single mother and started working at the age of 12, selling candy bars.
    — The Sacramento Bee staff, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The pop-up will feature the full collection, content from the campaign, sweets from Ritz Paris Le Comptoir and a gift with purchase for clients while supplies last.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Jewel-bright macarons and sweets set a tone of abundant generosity at check-in.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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