hopeful
Example Sentences
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McAfee was among those hopeful that Kennedy’s tenure would usher in a more favorable regulatory environment for raw dairy producers.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026
Some are hopeful that the changes will help prevent cases of parental abduction, which have come into the spotlight in recent years - especially after allegations made by foreigners with Japanese ex-spouses.
From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026
“But I am hopeful and I would guarantee we will find things in space that have enormous economic value.”
From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026
“I remain hopeful he continues to speak out like this on social media and elsewhere, and even more hopeful that he leverages his relationships with Sundar and Demis to make real change,” Palowitch said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 29, 2026
I guess I’m saying making something is a hopeful thing to do.
From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
