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optimistic

[op-tuh-mis-tik] / ˌɒp təˈmɪs tɪk /


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That seller noted during the conversation, though, that he knows not all sellers are as optimistic as him.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

He remains optimistic, however, saying that "the journey of a thousand miles begins with a step".

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

But a reason to be optimistic about natural gas is how the ETF filled the gap just above the very round $10 number on April 14 from the Jan. 16 session.

From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026

Despite the concern, researchers are optimistic that solutions are within reach.

From Science Daily • Apr. 16, 2026

In spite of this, they were cheerful and optimistic, never doubting that if they were pure of heart, life would eventually get better.

From "When I Was Puerto Rican" by Esmeralda Santiago




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