Pollyanna

Example Sentences

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“It’s so complex and I have such a limited perspective,” she said, though she described her initial attitude as “Pollyanna.”

From New York Times

During his 2020 campaign, Biden was often criticized for a Pollyanna view of the potential for bipartisanship.

From Washington Post

‘All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives’ Jewelry and accessories used in Disney and 20th Century Studios films, including “Aladdin,” “Titanic,” “Pollyanna” and “The Princess Diaries 2: Royal Engagement,” are featured in this special-ticketed exhibition on view through June 19.

From Los Angeles Times

"Being a mother has been the most important thing in the world to me. But having a granddaughter, it's pure joy. I’m just having fun. I really have no complaints. It might sound Pollyanna, but I’m really a lucky girl. And at my age, life is busy!"

From Fox News

She believed that we have more in common than we have standing between us — and not in some Pollyanna way, either.

From Washington Post