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goalpost
In a literal sporting context, the term refers to the physical structure of a goal. It is a concrete, tangible object used to define the boundaries of a scoring area.
When used figuratively, the term almost exclusively appears in the plural form as part of the idiom "moving the goalposts." This describes a situation where the rules or requirements of a process are unfairly changed while the process is already underway, making the original objective unattainable. This usage carries a strong negative connotation of unfairness, instability, or manipulation.
Meanings
Examples
The ball hit the goalpost and bounced back into the field.
He leaned against the goalpost while waiting for the game to start.
The goalkeeper barely managed to stop the ball from crossing the goalpost.
Stop moving the goalposts every time I meet your requirements.
I feel like the management keeps shifting the goalposts for my promotion.
Why does he always move the goalposts just as I am about to finish the project?
The team worked hard but the goalposts for success were set impossibly high.
She realized that her boss was moving the goalposts to avoid giving her a bonus.