goalpost

noun

goal·​post ˈgōl-ˌpōst 

: one of usually two vertical posts that with or without a crossbar constitute the goal in various games

Examples of goalpost in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At its most extreme, fans tear down goalposts and remove them from the field. —Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 13 Feb. 2025

So depending where the goalposts are set, this yet could prove to be a long game for both parties, one equally uncomfortable on both sides. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2025

Fox will have mics on a few offensive linemen, but otherwise the crew relies on listening hardware strapped to the goalpost and skycam and a series of large plastic dishes along the sidelines, as well as devices spread around the Caesars Superdome. —Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 6 Feb. 2025

The goalposts are ever-shifting, about 17 yards at a time. —Daniel Foster, National Review, 23 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1842, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for goalpost

• almost
• engrossed
• foremost
• hindmost
• impost
• inmost
• lamppost
• leftmost
• necrosed
• outpost
• pancoast
• rightmost

Kids Definition

goalpost

noun

goal·​post ˈgōl-ˌpōst 

: one of two upright posts that serve as the goal in various games