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optimist

[op-tuh-mist] / ˈɒp tə mɪst /
NOUN
positive thinker
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Jessica Fey, 41, who works as director of operations for Eternal Optimist Hospitality group, is originally from Alabama but has lived in Louisville since college.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 30, 2026

But Albino Forquilha, the leader of the Optimist Party for the Development of Mozambique, which backed Mondlane’s presidential bid, accused police of using excessive force to suppress dissent.

From BBC • Nov. 22, 2024

Kiel helped Qingdao establish a sailing scene and an annual “sailing week,” during which 600 local children learn how to sail on Optimist dinghies.

From New York Times • May 10, 2023

The Optimist Club national organization was founded in 1911 before going international a few years later.

From Washington Post • Oct. 3, 2022

“Can you figure it out? Keep in mind we’re in the Optimist Café.”

From "Shouting at the Rain" by Lynda Mullaly Hunt




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