hopeful
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Still, many are hopeful that U.S. growth will prove strong enough to shake off the burden of higher energy prices.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026
A second reason surrounds the cracks Citi now sees in what was a hopeful narrative of cyclicals and smaller companies starting to close the earnings gap with mega and large-cap tech leaders.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 14, 2026
Nevertheless, many exhibitors are hopeful domestic ticket sales will reach $9 billion this year, a milestone the industry has aimed for since the pandemic.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Vance left Islamabad convinced that Iran was overplaying its hand, but still hopeful that a deal could be reached, said the US official.
From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026
“Look how many people have come! All of us are hopeful for a better future,” I tell her.
From "Across So Many Seas" by Ruth Behar
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