optimism
Example Sentences
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Gold futures were on track for another weekly gain, as optimism over potential U.S.-Iran talks and a cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon weighed on oil prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Sources acknowledge there was cautious optimism at the start of the season but they did not expect such success so quickly.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
The newfound optimism rests on the delicate assumption that the conflict between the U.S. and Iran is not going to get worse.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
“But I think the market has gone to optimism squared, and I think we are a little bit out over the skis at this point.”
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
I push the door open, and the bell chimes with happy optimism.
From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon
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