goalpost

Example Sentences

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"There are so many people that have travelled and done so many things, that the benchmark or the goalpost for unique experiences is constantly moving."

From BBC • May 13, 2025

He showed his desperation to score when he slid in at the backpost in the hope of connecting with an Anthony Elanga cross, only to collide with the goalpost.

From BBC • May 11, 2025

The 23-campus Cal State University system is shifting its goalpost.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2025

It was still a one-goal game in the second period when Matthews, who led the NHL with 69 goals this season, caught Swayman away from the crease but banged the puck off the goalpost.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 20, 2024

Shandra dove and got a piece of it, but it hit the inside of the goalpost and rolled in.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor