optimistic
Example Sentences
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It was a more optimistic era; the generals could see their South East Asian neighbours prospering through trade with the Western world, and they wanted an end to crippling economic sanctions.
From BBC
Overall, the Fed noted that "outlooks for future activity were mildly optimistic with most expecting slight to modest growth in coming months."
From Barron's
Across Wall Street, economists and investment strategists are almost universally optimistic.
From MarketWatch
JPMorgan Chief Executive Jamie Dimon struck an optimistic tone on a morning call with analysts but warned that geopolitical risks are one hazard that could upend a stellar run for stocks and the economy.
Others made optimistic noises but not explicit commitments.
From Los Angeles Times
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