pessimist
Example Sentences
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The pessimists see a legislative branch that has grown increasingly weak even on major issues with broad public support, such as gun control and immigration.
From Washington Post
Feb. 24, 2022, hasn’t led to World War III — not “yet,” pessimists might add.
From Seattle Times
“As a natural pessimist, I tend to think the worst. So I was like, ‘What the hell’s wrong?
From Los Angeles Times
And as much as fans desire a triumph, pessimists have history on their side.
From New York Times
However, the index reading of 84.3 still means pessimists greatly outnumber optimists.
From Reuters
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