1
as in large
of a size greater than average of its kind
$10,000 is a goodly reward to offer for a missing wedding ring
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2
as in considerable
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
a goodly number of people gathered to watch the spectacle
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as in lovely
very pleasing to look at
the smartly dressed soldiers marching snappily along made for a goodly sight
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Recent Examples of goodly
At a goodly height, the device’s fuel seemed to fail, and the rocket began a slow tumble earthward.
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Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 28 July 2025
Sure, fans loved seeing the two stars share the stage for a goodly number of songs.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 30 May 2025
Even so, the goodly nerds over at Virginia Tech have partnered with the Insurance Institute for Highways Safety (IIHS) to rate 238 bike helmets using the STAR evaluation system.
—Chris Cona, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
All-Black groups got some money, but groups that had a goodly amount of white liberals got much more.
—Garrett Morris, TIME, 12 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for goodly
Ian Frazier, New Yorker, 28 July 2025
Sure, fans loved seeing the two stars share the stage for a goodly number of songs.
—Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 30 May 2025
Even so, the goodly nerds over at Virginia Tech have partnered with the Insurance Institute for Highways Safety (IIHS) to rate 238 bike helmets using the STAR evaluation system.
—Chris Cona, ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025
All-Black groups got some money, but groups that had a goodly amount of white liberals got much more.
—Garrett Morris, TIME, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodly
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Biomimicry often fails when the design is too large, Hassanalian says, but is most efficient on the microscale.—
Tom Brown,
Space.com,
25 May 2026
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Raising the competition in chatbot technology, this is largest overhaul of Google search in almost three decades.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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Meanwhile, the inclusion of six players who are capable of playing center back probably confirms what USMNT observers have believed for the better part of a year, that Pochettino is likely to field a back three/back five formation for a considerable chunk of the tournament.—
Ian Nicholas Quillen,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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On the positive side, especially if this woman plans to have children, Miss Manners observes that losing the friendship will no doubt save you considerable time and money in the future.—
Judith Martin,
Mercury News,
23 May 2026
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Our lovely guide Sherelyn took us out to one of her favorite spots, a little backyard tasting room run by winemaker Simon Groves, who runs labels Groves and Filly with his wife, Amanda Ritchie, as well as the Foley family's Runholder.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
26 May 2026
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Nymph is soft and sweet and hot and pungent and textured and strange and lovely.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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An unsettled gubernatorial contest In the gubernatorial race, none of the many Democratic candidates has been able to consolidate a sizable lead, creating a lingering apprehension that Republicans could somehow eke out a stunning upset in the biggest of blue states.—
Kevin Rector,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2026
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The food ranges from snacky to sizable, and the quality of dishes varies widely.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
24 May 2026
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The majority-Republican House Committee on Appropriations proposed on Wednesday less extreme but still substantial cuts, slashing 20% from the agency and reducing funding to the state clean water programs by almost 25%.—
Adriana Pérez,
Chicago Tribune,
24 May 2026
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But a careful reading of the S-1 reveals substantial barriers in the path to achieving the sorcerous performance required to reward shareholders who flock to the most anticipated debut ever seen.—
Shawn Tully,
Fortune,
23 May 2026
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There’s even a kids play room on the ground floor with a beautiful, handmade rocking horse and a big toy kitchen.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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The brand channels its Ukrainian roots with beautiful embroidery on traditional silhouettes, then easily shifts into contemporary minimalism with an edge that never abandons its cultural and aesthetic roots.—
Kelsey Legg,
ABC News,
27 May 2026
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There are also smaller single rooms (great for solo travelers), and larger superior and deluxe rooms, which have additional seating areas.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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Came in today, wasn’t feeling great.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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Like many other young jazz artists of the period, however, he was deeply affected, not only by the playing, but by the lifestyles of the older beboppers who were his significant influences, many of whom had become addicted to drugs.—
Don Heckman,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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Financing for the homes, however, is still a significant hurdle.—
Diana Olick,
CNBC,
26 May 2026
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“Goodly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodly. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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