as in cheerfulness
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Noun
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Trade optimism Stocks were also supported by hopes the trade war will ease.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
24 Apr. 2025 -
Researchers plan to improve the sensitivity of the tests in the next study in hopes of reducing cases like these.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Amidst such a torrent of fascist chaos, the brightness and backbone of Real Women Have Curves feel bracing.—
Sara Holdren,
Vulture,
28 Apr. 2025
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Sour cream: Complements the cream cheese base and adds some brightness and tang for a dynamic, fresh flavor.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Too Big to Care does not rely on idealism or frameworks.—
John Hall,
Forbes.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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The messenger planet will also join forces with Neptune on April 17, adding a layer of idealism and compassion to your day-to-day life.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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While the Trump administration has expressed optimism about a deal to cut the tariffs, even lower ones could have far-reaching effects.—
Pablo Robles,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
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National security adviser Mike Waltz expressed optimism on where things stand regarding peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, which included Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky meeting with President Donald Trump over the weekend.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Hopefulness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hopefulness. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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