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 Inside, the restaurant offers cozy dining tables, a case packed with homemade baked goodies, and décor saluting England’s Queen Elizabeth and all things for teatime. Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 20 May 2025 Pressed on red/purple colored wax, the records came with additional goodies, including a new cover and a 20-page booklet with photos of the Grammy winner. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025 Typically there's a mix of samples and full-size products, plus every box has exclusive discounts in case your giftee feels inspired to go shopping after trying out their new goodies. Louryn Strampe, Wired News, 11 May 2025 Gifts, goodies and favors from others might come to you. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 9 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • Both stores provide an abundance of choices in classic and nostalgic candies plus homemade fudge, chocolates and other treats.
    Stacey Zable, USA Today, 28 May 2025
  • Inside, a long line for popcorn and candy snaked through the lobby.
    Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2025
Noun
  • The release of Frosty Fusions came around a month later, with the sweet treat arriving at locations nationwide on May 12.
    Becca Longmire, People.com, 3 June 2025
  • That’s because the state is home to three of the nation’s best places to eat the sweet treats, new rankings show.
    Simone Jasper, Charlotte Observer, 3 June 2025
Noun
  • And, as far as sweets go, Tarhan said Anatolia Cafe has plenty.
    Samantha Husted, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2025
  • For his diet: Eating healthy proteins, diversifying his plant foods and avoiding sugary drinks and sweets.
    Renée Onque, CNBC, 17 Apr. 2025
Noun
  • From a headline view, the 139,000 gain in nonfarm payrolls provided a nice bit of relief for a market on edge over the direction of the economy and the impact that President Donald Trump’s tariffs might bring.
    Jeff Cox, CNBC, 6 June 2025
  • Mission: Impossible is beloved around the world and is remembered in part for its iconic theme song, but that’s not the only bit of music from the series that people love.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.

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