Synonyms:
Goodman, Benny_Goodman, Benjamin_David_Goodman, King_of_Swing
Meaning: United States clarinetist who in 1934 formed a big band (including black as well as white musicians) and introduced a kind of jazz known as swing (1909-1986)
Usage examples
ROBBIE GOODMAN'S PRAYER
It was my influence which turned the tide against Robert Goodman.
A few days afterward Robert Goodman received a large package from an unknown friend containing a warm overcoat and three pairs of shoes.
One year later this church gave a unanimous call to Brother Goodman and the revival which broke out that winter was unprecedented in the annals of that church.
"By the way, my dear," remarked Mrs. Ellis as they sat chatting at the tea-table after Walter had retired, "what has become of that preacher Goodman who preached for us once on trial?"
"But Paul," said Mrs. Ellis, "Surely you would not have Mr. Goodman sacrifice his convictions simply for money and praise, when you yourself, are convinced that his doctrines are sound?
He wants me to give up buying him the fur-trimmed overcoat and get a coat and shoes for Goodman's children, as they were praying so hard for them, but I have enough to do without clothing other people's children.