goose

noun

ˈgüs How to pronounce goose (audio)
Definition of goosenext
as in fool
a person who lacks good sense or judgment don't be such a silly goose—you're dressed just fine for the party

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Recent Examples of goose Unlike caviar, though, Chinese foie gras will also face headwinds in America as animal-rights activists continue fighting to get the duck and goose liver banned. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 13 July 2026 The scribe carefully inscribed each line with a quill made from a goose feather, while their other hand wielded an erasing knife used to sharpen the quill and scrape away any mistakes. — Literary Hub, 6 July 2026 The list goes on, though; roast goose and crispy fried pigeon star on the menu at The Legacy House, and stylish couples swish into DarkSide for live jazz even on most evenings. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 June 2026 The league needs to do a better job protecting their golden goose. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for goose
Recent Examples of Synonyms for goose
  1. fool
  2. lunatic
  3. turkey
  4. maniac
  5. moron
  6. nut
Noun
  • Many of the most viral videos that are part of the trend also play with social power dynamics by having the creator make a fool of someone who may be older, male or even their boss — further evidence of how social media use is changing online.
    — David Mack, CNN Money, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Sho Fujita, Burroughs, running back, senior Don’t let the 5-foot-6 size fool you.
    — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of fool
Noun
  • Republicans see an opportunity here, portraying progressive and socialist Democrats as lunatics and communists.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
  • While sane Americans were celebrating the MLB All-Star Game in Philadelphia on Tuesday night, the lunatics in Portland, Oregon were cheering along as two men made out on a baseball field during a 'Heated Rivalry' theme night.
    — Joe Kinsey OutKick, FOXNews.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of lunatic
Noun
  • But for this year's Thanksgiving feast the fix isn't going to arrive before the turkey does.
    — Phil Lempert, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Hickey surrendered three guns, a bow, blinds, decoys, 115 pounds of turkey meat and 47 turkey fans.
    — Kris Millgate, Outdoor Life, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of turkey
Noun
  • Unbeknownst to the visitors, there’s an unhappy fifth party already in the house… and more than one homicidal maniac even within that small populace.
    — Dennis Harvey, Variety, 28 July 2026
  • The odd thing about this choice is that, although the DSA’s platform is indeed chock-full of maniacal proposals, on this particular idea, the maniacs have a point.
    — Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 22 July 2026
Definition of maniac
Noun
  • God help us all if some idiot, some moron, ever put you in charge.
    — Greg Evans, Deadline, 18 July 2026
  • Mantzoukas was willing to look like a maniac and a moron in equal measure.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 17 June 2026
Definition of moron
Noun
  • This is not a medical spa and therefore there is no nutrition concept, but healthful snacks like fruit grown on property and nuts are available in the changing spaces, hydrotherapy zone and the relaxation rooms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 Aug. 2026
  • Diets rich in fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and other fiber-containing foods provide nutrients that support beneficial bacteria.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of nut

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