as in treats
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 goodies
Republicans are all in on giving away goodies to their co-partisans and fermenting a code that looks like Swiss cheese.
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Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Alice Williams, an accomplished artist who became an influencer at age 80, has won the hearts of social media with her Instagram post that featured her husband, Don, sweetly helping her out with goodies sent to their home.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2026
The bottom line is that unexpected gifts, goodies and favors from others will come your way today.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the tiny patients who came in for outpatient appointments received bags of eco-friendly goodies.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Once all the goodies are mixed in, pop the dish under the broiler until the pepper Jack cheese starts to bubble.
—Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
His arrival and ascendance to being that go-to guy for all sorts of goodies upsets established power structures.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Not to mention Bosnian Pljeskavica, Haitian Griot and other foreign goodies elsewhere in town.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Annie Lowrey, The Atlantic, 28 Apr. 2026
Alice Williams, an accomplished artist who became an influencer at age 80, has won the hearts of social media with her Instagram post that featured her husband, Don, sweetly helping her out with goodies sent to their home.
—Skyler Caruso, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026
How about the little things, like mini bar, or shower goodies.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Apr. 2026
The bottom line is that unexpected gifts, goodies and favors from others will come your way today.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 23 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile, the tiny patients who came in for outpatient appointments received bags of eco-friendly goodies.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Once all the goodies are mixed in, pop the dish under the broiler until the pepper Jack cheese starts to bubble.
—Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 21 Apr. 2026
His arrival and ascendance to being that go-to guy for all sorts of goodies upsets established power structures.
—Randy Myers, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
Not to mention Bosnian Pljeskavica, Haitian Griot and other foreign goodies elsewhere in town.
—Andre James, Charlotte Observer, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodies
treats
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Crispy, minty and coated in chocolate, these addictive treats consistently remain the Girl Scouts’ bestseller.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2026
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In general, Bengalis love a meaty indulgence, so treats like fish chops or luchi with chicken curry may also make an appearance.—
Madhushree Basu Roy,
Saveur,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Goodies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodies. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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