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 accessory departments are packed with goodies, as well, from hard-working, winter boots from Ugg and Moon Boot, to luxe leather picks from Ferragamo and Acne Studios. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 26 Dec. 2024 Thanks to generous donors, there were enough goodies for all pups. Ronnie Li, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024 Every donor receives a gift bag with goodies and discount coupons from local businesses. Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 19 Jan. 2025 Suggest that those businesses in the habit of giving A-listers exclusive goodies donate to fire relief instead. Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for goody 
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Noun
  • Nerds debuted in 1983, part of a portfolio of candies marketed under the Wonka name, a nod to the fictional candy entrepreneur created by author Roald Dahl.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Scientists have also discovered that the cells in the tongue that sense sweet, salty, bitter, sour and umami tastes are spaced out across the tongue; some people are genetically more predisposed to liking sweets than others; and children tend to prefer the taste of sour candies more than adults do.
    Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Surprise summer treats like s’mores, bonfires before sunset, and ice cream socials fit for kids and adults alike make days spent at the Inn that much sweeter.
    Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 3 Feb. 2025
  • In 2023, Ben played a Dunkin' employee serving unsuspecting attendees drinks and treats in a hidden camera-like spot.
    Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 3 Feb. 2025
Noun
  • Scientists have also discovered that the cells in the tongue that sense sweet, salty, bitter, sour and umami tastes are spaced out across the tongue; some people are genetically more predisposed to liking sweets than others; and children tend to prefer the taste of sour candies more than adults do.
    Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2025
  • Stop at Rhinelander Bakery, its display cases filled with a mind-boggling array of fresh sweets.
    John Meyer, The Denver Post, 27 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • The problem, of course, is that the bit itself is stuck in one gear.
    Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 25 Jan. 2025
  • With the best brush for curly hair in your arsenal, every part of your routine—from detangling to DIY blowouts—gets a little bit simpler.
    Erin Parker, Allure, 25 Jan. 2025

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.

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