optimist

Example Sentences

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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

He calls himself an AI optimist, citing numerous studies showing that artificial intelligence can help doctors treat patients more effectively and even to improve their bedside manners.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

While accepting the inaugural award for best podcast at last Sunday’s Golden Globes, Amy Poehler — perennial optimist and the mind behind some of contemporary culture’s most feel-good media — made a rare off-color joke.

From Salon • Jan. 16, 2026

BofA equity strategist Savita Subramanian has been a stalwart stock-market optimist practically since the bull market began just over three years ago.

From MarketWatch • Oct. 21, 2025

Nevertheless, I was so starved for association with people that I allowed myself to be seduced by it all, and for a few months I lived the life of an optimist.

From "Black Boy" by Richard Wright