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Which fictional work famously satirizes the philosophical idea behind the word optimistic?

optimistic

[op-tuh-mis-tik] / ˌɒp təˈmɪs tɪk /


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I do find plenty of things to be grateful for and optimistic about, even if it doesn’t always come through in my published writing.

From Salon ● Sep. 26, 2026

He is optimistic that ignaseclant could ultimately be investigated as a treatment for older adults with sarcopenia.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 24, 2026

Elsewhere, Truist analysts were more optimistic about a bigger collaboration between Royal Caribbean and Sandals.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026

But Harbaugh—who loves to parrot the phrase “Who’s got it better than us? Nobody!”—is known for his optimistic streak.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 21, 2026

The cancer had come back, but the doctors were optimistic she could beat it again.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds




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