be positive
Example Sentences
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We have one more group game to top the group, so we have to be positive.
From BBC • Jun. 24, 2026
While the overall economic impact for a country might be positive, certain parts of the population lose out, especially lower-skilled workers, he said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026
When it dips below, of course, it has from time to time, but I try to pump it up to be positive.
From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026
Investors are conducting an “interesting debate” on whether the Iran war could actually be positive for European banks, Schrott says.
From Barron's • Apr. 30, 2026
“All you can do is moan and make stupid comments. Why can’t you be positive for once? Why can’t you just get on with things?”
From "Without Refuge" by Jane Mitchell
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