goons
- plural of goon.
Example Sentences
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A black belt in taekwondo, the impressive Yanin sets the bar high in the opening scene, battling two goons who hoist her aloft in the splits.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
Plus, we check in on the premier Democratic primary of the year and goons showing up at the Federal Reserve construction site.
From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026
Standing in the way are Mr. Cabello’s die-hard goons, who are not the surrendering type.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 4, 2026
It also highlighted the role of opportunists who infiltrated the protests – described as "goons" – who "undermined the principles of peaceful assembly".
From BBC • Jul. 24, 2025
Even if my “Geronimo!” wasn’t loud enough, Abbey surely must have heard Dusty Muleman’s goons bellowing like bull elephants.
From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen
