as in integrity
conduct that conforms to an accepted standard of right and wrong
a person of such unaffected goodness that his friends were inspired to lead better lives
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Recent Examples of goodness
Still, the world is intrinsically provocative (thank goodness), and people react to the world, almost definitionally.
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Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
Ryan Reynolds‘ relationship with major Hollywood studios has changed throughout his career — and thank goodness for that.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 9 Dec. 2024
Thank goodness: On Friday, gaming star and YouTube creator Seán William McLoughlin, better known as Jacksepticeye, debuted his latest edition of annual charity event Thankmas at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Skims Sport Crew Socks $10 $6 Skims FYI, Skims sells socks, and thank goodness.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Joshua Rothman, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
Ryan Reynolds‘ relationship with major Hollywood studios has changed throughout his career — and thank goodness for that.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 9 Dec. 2024
Thank goodness: On Friday, gaming star and YouTube creator Seán William McLoughlin, better known as Jacksepticeye, debuted his latest edition of annual charity event Thankmas at the Orpheum Theatre in Los Angeles.
—Jennifer Maas, Variety, 6 Dec. 2024
Skims Sport Crew Socks $10 $6 Skims FYI, Skims sells socks, and thank goodness.
—Annie Blackman, Allure, 2 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for goodness
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Donate today to preserve the quality and integrity of local journalism.Remington Miller, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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Beyond his studies and sports, Sam’s devotion to his faith is a guiding force in his life, shaping his commitment to kindness, integrity, and service.Caroline Beck, The Indianapolis Star, 9 Dec. 2024
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White House coup plots, Jennifer Tilly playing herself possessed by the spirit of the demon doll Tiffany, and Chucky grappling with his own morality couldn't save this tenacious little series.EW Staff, EW.com, 6 Dec. 2024
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After the death of Mahsa Amini, a 22-year-old Kurdish woman who was arrested by Iran's morality police after allegedly violating hijab rules in 2022, nationwide protests broke out in protest of the government's treatment of women and pushing for women's rights.Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Each season has its own theme, ranging from the seven deadly sins and virtues in season two to an exploration of global literature in season three.Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 12 Dec. 2024
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Apple, Google and Meta all make a virtue of their own lack of access to user content.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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With great honesty and in gripping detail, Rushdie recounts that terrifying day and his journey to recovery.Annabel Gutterman, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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But honesty doesn’t mean saying every thought that pops into your head.Krystyna Larrave, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Goodness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/goodness. Accessed 18 Dec. 2024.
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