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positive thinking

NOUN

positive attitude

Synonyms

WEAK

Pollyannaism bright outlook bullishness cheerfulness enthusiasm great expectations hopefulness optimism rosy outlook silver lining

Example Sentences

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Despite his extraordinary success some personal stances have drawn criticism, such as a claim that it was possible to alter the composition of water and food through positive thinking.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

The sessions, where Matsuzawa focuses on mindset therapy, positive thinking and affirmation, not only aided his mentality but also improved his mechanics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 19, 2025

Elaborating, he said he liked "the power of positive thinking, or the power of positive non-thinking".

From BBC • Jul. 15, 2025

“I learned the value of being competitive, regardless of the circumstances. I learned the value of positive thinking and the power of self-esteem.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2023

Brian had once had an English teacher, a guy named Perpich, who was always talking about being positive, thinking positive, staying on top of things.

From "Hatchet" by Gary Paulsen