good and

phrase

ˌgu̇d-ᵊn How to pronounce good and (audio)
Synonyms of good andnext
: very, entirely
was good and mad

Examples of good and in a Sentence

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Within it are three quarterbacks, a few surprises, a trade and some injury news — good and bad. — Sam Warren, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026 The case has gripped television and online trial watchers after several witnesses testified that Clancy was a good and devoted mother for years before her mental health deteriorated after giving birth to her third child. — Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 Unlocking Herbert could be the difference between good and great for Los Angeles. — Nbc Sports, NBC news, 26 Aug. 2026 East of Eden, Steinbeck draws from the Bible to weave a complex, multi-decade story of two families and the struggle between good and evil. — Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for good and

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of good and was in 1885

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Goodall
good and
good and lawful
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“Good and.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/good%20and. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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