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optimistic

[op-tuh-mis-tik] / ˌɒp təˈmɪs tɪk /


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“We would not interpret this as miners being consistently too optimistic as they do not/should not incorporate any major ‘disruption allowance’ into their estimate—that is up to investors to do.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Others are more optimistic about the role artificial intelligence can play in tax preparation.

From The Wall Street Journal

Many analysts have been less optimistic in their estimations.

From MarketWatch

And though the devastation wrought by last year’s fire was unprecedented in its scale, the Schneiders remain optimistic about the future of their beloved enclave and its plucky local paper.

From Los Angeles Times

Neither simplistically optimistic nor preachy, “Hoppers” smuggles timely ideas inside a rodent body.

From Los Angeles Times