pessimism
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“Market pessimism once again grows over the prospects of a U.S.-Iran deal that could pave the way for a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz,” analysts at Saxo Bank said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 3, 2026
During the reporting process, I noticed my pessimism soften a little.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026
From there, a strong rally followed, as pessimism waned and the stock moved higher.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026
Even in the face of continued pessimism from energy analysts, transportation exports, and geopolitical strategists, stocks rose on Tuesday.
From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026
I had thought of all these possibilities and more, but never that of Rosa’s death, despite my proverbial pessimism, which always leads me to expect the worst.
From "The House of the Spirits: A Novel" by Isabel Allende
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