wishful thinking
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It's also not yet clear if any lucky fans will get an invite, a theory perhaps wrapped in wishful thinking that cropped up due to Swift inviting devout fans to her home in the past.
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
And maybe that’s just wishful thinking, but it’s enough to inspire both professionals and amateurs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 4, 2026
“This is not just our wishful thinking, it is what we hear from our customers.”
From Barron's ● May 8, 2026
Sometimes it’s wishful thinking that feels like conviction.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 9, 2026
They both know it’s wishful thinking that borders on delusion, but right now it’s all they have.
From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman
