optimistic
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He added that he’s encouraged students to remain optimistic, even if they are struggling in the job market.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 19, 2026
By the time Brighton return to the Amex on 8 November to face Brentford, we will have a better indication of just how optimistic the Seagulls fans can be about their season.
From BBC ● Oct. 18, 2026
Still, May says, “I remain hopeful and optimistic because I’ve seen the humanity in all of them. I think things are better there now than when we started.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026
Elevated prices aside, things have rarely looked more optimistic for the 49th state.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
My mom generally subscribes to the more positive, optimistic school of thought, and my dad believes the doomsayers are underplaying the truth.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
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