goofball

Example Sentences

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This sincere tone dampens much of the movie’s goofball appeal.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026

“She really is just a goofball that happens to be a complete badass,” says Beverley.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026

And Aunt Clara, a 20-pound goofball cockapoo, stays by my side because half of her is an obedient dog and the other half is afraid.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 5, 2025

Adam Sandler's much-loved goofball golfer Happy Gilmore is back on the greens for the first time in nearly three decades, so watch your heads.

From BBC • Jul. 19, 2025

Trish takes Muhammad in for the first time as he steps forward to shake hands with Malcolm, pumping enthusiastically like a goofball politician.

From "Saints and Misfits" by S.K. Ali