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optimism

[op-tuh-miz-uhm] / ˈɒp təˌmɪz əm /


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Wall Street has rested much of its optimism about the stock market on a surge in corporate earnings.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026

They discussed the need to pair optimism and urgency when tackling climate change.

From BBC ● Oct. 22, 2026

However, Thill voiced optimism that Meta’s latest Muse Wonder models will appeal to both personal and business agents, with significant revenue potential for enterprise use cases.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026

The U.S. men’s national team has opened the new World Cup cycle with four convincing wins, stoking optimism about the team’s depth and potential.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 20, 2026

Because when I think about it, I was also built from delusional optimism and folly.

From "Please Ignore Vera Dietz" by A.S. King


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