idealistic

Example Sentences

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But Kornev is young and infused with an idealistic zeal, refusing to let these goons stonewall him.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Which is certainly an admirable approach, albeit a rather idealistic strategy in a state of nearly 23 million voters, spread over roughly 800 miles from north to south.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 8, 2026

“Lindsey has an interventionist mentality that is idealistic about America’s role in the world,” said Marc Short, a longtime chief of staff to Mike Pence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 7, 2026

"But we don't live in this idealistic world where everyone is logical. The passion of football fans is what makes the game great."

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2026

What I am trying to say - and I do not think this an unfair comment - is that we were a much more idealistic generation.

From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro