optimistic
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Cormac McGarry, director for maritime security at the consultancy firm Control Risks, said he was "no more optimistic than he was yesterday" about the strait reopening, despite Araghchi's announcement.
From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026
Oil prices were falling Friday as a 10-day cease-fire between Israel and Lebanon came into effect and President Donald Trump sounded optimistic about a deal with Iran.
From Barron's • Apr. 17, 2026
That seller noted during the conversation, though, that he knows not all sellers are as optimistic as him.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
Despite the concern, researchers are optimistic that solutions are within reach.
From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026
Zeke had been told about it in advance by Alicia’s mom, and even though Zeke was optimistic and even though it had been a good week, he was still a little worried.
From "Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody" by Patrick Ness
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