optimism
Example Sentences
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There is optimism in some financial and diplomatic quarters, and I understand why.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
The way she played the closing hole, especially, inspires such optimism.
From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026
To be sure, May’s strong jobs report should underpin economic optimism.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 7, 2026
Despite the optimism of industry leaders, quantum computing remains a highly speculative investment.
From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026
She’s trying to be helpful, but her cheery optimism seems to break Dad, who folds his napkin and clears his dishes before retreating to the basement.
From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller
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