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hopeful

[hohp-fuhl] / ˈhoʊp fəl /




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Firefighters said they’re hopeful they can prevent an explosion.

From Los Angeles Times • May 23, 2026

At an annual tennis invitational and white party at a billionaire’s Beverly Hills mansion last weekend, the reality TV villain and mayoral hopeful marveled at his potential path to victory.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

"We welcome its message that we must be hopeful and realise the benefits of action despite the serious challenges ahead," a spokesperson added.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Meanwhile, Wall Street is hopeful that the earnings report will spur a rally.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

In sum, the long-term prospects for the newly independent American nation were extraordinarily hopeful, almost limitless.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis




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