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naysayer

[ney-sey-er] / ˈneɪˌseɪ ər /


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With Disney’s stock hovering just above an 11-month low, one previous naysayer analyst turned bullish, saying it’s ‘historically cheap.’

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

But I didn’t want to be the naysayer, so I reluctantly joined the game.

From Washington Post • Dec. 18, 2022

“I found that encouraging. For every one naysayer there will be 10 or 12 people who jump in and say, ‘You’re crazy.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 22, 2022

RuPaul’s, on “self-expression and authenticity,” touches on the craft of drag but mostly focuses on concepts like conquering your inner naysayer and cultivating stillness.

From New York Times • Dec. 14, 2021

Masterji Thakur scanned the room, a challenge crackling in the air, daring any naysayer to object.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton



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