optimistic
Example Sentences
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"Access calls for more responsibility - and stricter regulation. I am cautiously optimistic about these drugs."
From BBC
On the impact of the U.S.-Iran war on oil prices, however, investors seem a bit more optimistic.
From Barron's
He struck a cautiously optimistic note on the creative industry's direction, dismissing the most dystopian predictions.
From Barron's
The index for future business conditions came in at 31.0, suggesting firms were optimistic about the outlook over the next six months.
"As for us, his parents, we are waiting. Our contacts at the crisis centre are very attentive and inspire confidence. We are tired but optimistic," he added.
From Barron's
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