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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3
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
Bob’s Burgers clearly has a goodly number of devoted fans, considering that it’s lasted 12 seasons and more than 200 episodes.
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Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 May 2022
In optical light, void galaxies look bluer on average than galaxies in denser regions, thanks to starlight beaming from a goodly number of hulking, bluish stars.
—Adam Hadhazy, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2016
Inside are expensive materials, plush seats, and a goodly number of worthwhile features.
—Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 21 Oct. 2022
From this play’s powerful moments could be made a goodly list.
—Celia Wren, Washington Post, 27 June 2022
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Frank Scheck, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 May 2022
In optical light, void galaxies look bluer on average than galaxies in denser regions, thanks to starlight beaming from a goodly number of hulking, bluish stars.
—Adam Hadhazy, Discover Magazine, 4 Nov. 2016
Inside are expensive materials, plush seats, and a goodly number of worthwhile features.
—Rich Ceppos, Car and Driver, 21 Oct. 2022
From this play’s powerful moments could be made a goodly list.
—Celia Wren, Washington Post, 27 June 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodly
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Roach, known for styling A-list clients like Zendaya and Celine Dion, styled himself for courtside chic with a knee-length fur over a merlot sweater and silky pants in the same hue, an extra large Bottega Veneta woven leather clutch and oversized Chanel sunglasses as the finishing touches.—
Anika Reed,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Pavel and Klara see the position of humankind in a larger context.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
10 Feb. 2025
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The expectation is that next-level-down officials at CMS with more conventional Republican views may have considerable discretion running the programs.—
Peter Sullivan,
Axios,
13 Feb. 2025
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Based on Forbes analysis of Robinhood’s market maker disclosures, considerable portions of Robinhood’s crypto trades are being sold to crypto trading hedge funds including Tai Mo Shan, Wolverine Trading and Wintermute.—
Javier Paz,
Forbes,
13 Feb. 2025
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Aimee Lou Wood had a lovely bunch of coconuts while filming season three of The White Lotus.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
15 Feb. 2025
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The red switches aren't too loud but are still clicky, and there's a lovely knob for volume control.—
Brenda Stolyar,
WIRED,
15 Feb. 2025
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But the sizable Balkan territory once encompassed much of modern Bulgaria and parts of northern Greece and European Turkey, between the Black Sea and the Aegean.—
Christopher Knight,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Feb. 2025
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If this blow connects with a beast's weak point, your hunter performs a powerful finishing attack that knocks the monster down, giving you a sizable opening.—
PCMAG,
PCMAG,
11 Feb. 2025
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Finally, Musk’s companies SpaceX and StarLink are substantial federal contractors.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
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Iraqi Kurds have achieved a measure of autonomy, Syrian Kurds have established de facto self-rule, and Turkish Kurds have gained substantial political representation.—
Sefa Secen & Serhun Al / Made by History,
TIME,
7 Feb. 2025
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It's made up of tiny ice crystals that can transform into a variety of intricate symmetrical patterns forming a beautiful snowflake.—
Janet Loehrke,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article Another beautiful and sunny afternoon is expected in Central Florida on Saturday, Spectrum News 13 meteorologist Zach Covey said.—
Elainie Barraza,
Orlando Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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That's nearly 12 times greater than the number of birds affected statewide in all of 2023, per a USDA database.—
Sabrina Moreno,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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Redeem daily rewards at Amazon.com as soon as the next day Member FDIC Balance transfer fee Either $5 or 4% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
11 Feb. 2025
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The addition of about 500 new jobs will have a significant impact on the area’s employment and economic landscapes, Sada said, noting that the chamber doesn’t anticipate these positions to be highly specialized roles.—
Shawn Raymundo,
The Arizona Republic,
16 Feb. 2025
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Along with the cold will come the chance for a significant snowstorm, one that could eventually bring blizzard conditions to parts of the East Coast.—
Doyle Rice,
USA TODAY,
16 Feb. 2025
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“Goodly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodly. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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