goalpost
noun
goal·post
ˈgōl-ˌpōst 
: one of usually two vertical posts that with or without a crossbar constitute the goal in various games
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There’s no accounting for a manager who refuses to appreciate the hard work of their employees, or a CEO who is constantly moving the goalposts.
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Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Today's society, with its increasing focus on technology and pressure to succeed, has stretched parents thinner than ever, leaving them chasing a moving goalpost.
—Christin Perry, Parents, 24 Sep. 2024
Every time a deal appears close, Netanyahu moves the goalposts, introducing new demands, and torpedoing the deal.
—NBC News, 22 Sep. 2024
And, on Saturday, only the width of a goalpost denied the Norwegian star an unprecedented run of hattricks in three consecutive Premier League games.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 14 Sep. 2024
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Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Today's society, with its increasing focus on technology and pressure to succeed, has stretched parents thinner than ever, leaving them chasing a moving goalpost.
—Christin Perry, Parents, 24 Sep. 2024
Every time a deal appears close, Netanyahu moves the goalposts, introducing new demands, and torpedoing the deal.
—NBC News, 22 Sep. 2024
And, on Saturday, only the width of a goalpost denied the Norwegian star an unprecedented run of hattricks in three consecutive Premier League games.
—Issy Ronald, CNN, 14 Sep. 2024
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goalpost
noun
goal·post
ˈgōl-ˌpōst
: one of two upright posts that serve as the goal in various games
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