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optimist

[op-tuh-mist] / ˈɒp tə mɪst /
NOUN
positive thinker
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"I was born an optimist," he told me.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

But the eternal optimist said he draws strength from the example set by Glover: "He's a natural American hero, in my opinion."

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Askell describes herself as an optimist but still sees risks that society’s checks and balances may get overwhelmed by AI advancements.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

But despite her comparisons to pessimistic comedians like Larry David, Hoffman remains an optimist.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

Still, he was an eternal optimist, so he kept the great cage of the fifth level always in readiness.

From "The Princess Bride" by William Goldman




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