optimism
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“Die Zauberflöte,” a collaboration between director Clément Cogitore and conductor Leonardo García-Alarcón, posited an elaborate allegory about the end of childhood and the collapse of post-World War II optimism.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026
He offered a note of optimism and suggested the president’s goal is to enhance, rather than undermine, the alliance.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 6, 2026
In those early days after the Revolutionary War and well into the 21st Century, what became known as the Dream enticed millions of immigrants to this shiny new nation full of hope, optimism and individualism.
From BBC • Jul. 2, 2026
Still, executives expressed optimism during the earnings call about things like Totino’s pizza crusts and seasoned pizza rolls, as well as Asian- and Mexican-inspired snacks.
From MarketWatch • Jul. 1, 2026
With Diego and Faraci both gaping at me, hope and optimism relentlessly beaming from them, my resolve began to fizzle.
From "We Are the Ants" by Shaun David Hutchinson
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