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optimism

[op-tuh-miz-uhm] / ˈɒp təˌmɪz əm /


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Analysts sounded a note of optimism ahead of the results, saying that SIA’s passenger traffic could be supported by the shifts in travel patterns from Middle Eastern airlines toward other regions, including Asia.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Tesla stock is wavering amid optimism for Full Self-Driving approval in China following CEO Elon Musk’s visit.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

None of that has stopped the stock from rebounding this quarter, buoyed by market optimism about AI and the prospects of Chinese chips starting to close the gap on foreign-made ones.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Shares have risen 415% over the past 12 months on strong results and optimism about the space economy.

From Barron's • May 14, 2026

It wasn’t my job to interfere with his optimism.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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