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goalpost Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
One of the two vertical uprights that support the crossbar and form the goal structure in various field sports, such as soccer, rugby, and American football.
Usage Example
"The kicker missed the field goal when the ball struck the right upright and bounced back onto the field."
Strongest
upright
Strong
post
• noun (Context 2)
A target, standard, or criterion for success, frequently used figuratively to describe expectations that are unfairly altered.
Usage Example
"It is nearly impossible to satisfy the board of directors when they keep moving the goalposts for the company's annual revenue."
Strong
target
criterion
standard
objective
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Goalpost. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/goalpost