hopeful

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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

Sharp selloffs are followed by brief, hopeful rallies that fade just as quickly.

From Barron's • Apr. 2, 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

The 125th Guards paused in their bombing missions for one joyful, hopeful moment to celebrate the new year of 1945.

From "A Thousand Sisters" by Elizabeth Wein