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sanguine

[sang-gwin] / ˈsæŋ gwɪn /




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The U.S. stock market has been relatively sanguine about the fallout from these shortages, but economists caution it could take a bit of time until the full ramifications are seen in the economy.

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Russell is sanguine about that, and points out that the fact that Mercedes are dominating somewhat skews the dynamic of the contest.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

He was sanguine about the effects of OTC, even though it was temporary, and expensive, and even though the treated trees got reinfected every four months.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

Amazon.com CEO Andy Jassy is similarly sanguine about potential job losses to AI.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

I presume that the sanguine temperament itself and the disturbing influence end in a mentally-accomplished finish; a possibly dangerous man, probably dangerous if unselfish.

From "Dracula" by Bram Stoker




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