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 Flip 7 receives all of Samsung’s Galaxy AI goodies, including Circle to Search, Gemini Live, Note Assist, and Transcript Assist. PC Magazine, 12 July 2025 Snag a beach read at The Hidden Lantern Bookstore and Gallery, and pick up goodies for the little ones at Gigi's. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 July 2025 Watson remains best known for playing brilliant goody two-shoes Hermione Granger, one of Harry Potter’s best friends in the magical film franchise. Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 17 July 2025 See all the goodies on Instagram and keep watch for the new uptown location opening soon. Jenny Matz, Charlotte Observer, 17 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 Food Arabic coffee flavored with cardamom is poured from a traditional dallah coffee pot and served with dates as a welcome treat to begin the flight.
    Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure, 2 Aug. 2025
  • So go ahead and snap pics of those treats when they’re finished, but don’t forget the messy moments that got you there.
    Elizabeth Broadbent, Miami Herald, 1 Aug. 2025
Noun
  • The third and final course was a dessert buffet of traditional French sweets and wedding cake.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 27 July 2025
  • Meanwhile, Kuromi's Japanese sweets shop across the street is always empty.
    Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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

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“Goody.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goody. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

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