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 The property is a hospitality debut from luxury food emporium Fauchon, traditionally known for its chocolates, foie gras, and other gourmet goodies. Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025 Additional meal program perks for kids include 50% off dinner entrées, and a lunch tote full of goodies upon checking-in: a bag of Annie's Organic Bunny Graham Friends Mix, an Honest Kids organic juice box, and a reusable to-go cup. Liz Regalia, Parents, 7 July 2025 The singer runs a monthly book club through her newsletter and website Service 95, and members can expect a plethora of bookish goodies, including author interviews, playlists and more behind-the-scenes content. Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 4 July 2025 With up to 60 percent off on all outdoor and indoor furniture, as well as up to 60 percent off on kitchen, bedroom, and bath goodies, your abode will finally receive the warm-weather refresh it’s been craving. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for goody
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Noun
  • The province is the birthplace of the nougat candy known as turrón.
    Sofia Perez, Forbes.com, 14 July 2025
  • There are several riffs on the candy bar, including desserts like this cake, Dubai chocolate strawberries, and pistachio cream brownies.
    Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 July 2025
Noun
  • The Bottom Line Dark chocolate isn’t just a tasty treat.
    Lauren Manaker MS, Health, 21 July 2025
  • Grab your treat and stroll over to the nearby Palais-Royal to enjoy it among the gardens.
    Maddy Odom, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2025
Noun
  • Still, because sweets and dairy were strongly linked to bad dreams, people with lactose intolerance or food sensitivities may want to avoid certain desserts before bed.1 Based on the results, Martin said, the worst bedtime snack would be ice cream.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 16 July 2025
  • There was bitter tea, and a bowl of sweets in wrappers.
    Aysegül Savas, Literary Hub, 8 July 2025
Noun
  • The Martin County Sheriff’s Office says while the couple was waist deep in the water with their dog, an alligator bit the hand and wrist of the woman and dragged her under the water.
    Gershon Harrell, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
  • While a headboard may seem like a small design detail in your overall bedroom layout, a little bit of creativity can make a big impact.
    Rebecca Shinners, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2025

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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