goonies
Americannoun
Example Sentences
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When the goonies discover their hiding place, the Fratellis plot to snuff out this loose end, causing them to literally dig deeper into the house with the criminals hot on their trail.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025
Despite no adult or authority figure believing in their mission, the goonies triumph.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025
Cue that priceless look on every adult’s face when the goonies are reunited with their families as the entire pirate ship resurfaces to float joyously in the distance.
From Salon • Jun. 7, 2025
At the Navy air base, the goonies love to perch on the wings of aircraft�whether parked, landing or taking off.
From Time Magazine Archive
“That bunch are as crazy as the goonies behind us. Pringles is what I call them.”
From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali
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