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Recent Examples of Synonyms for negativists
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At that time, naysayers and print-first advocates believed that books on audio would weaken the already shaky book publishing industry.
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Dismissed by some as a publicity stunt, the crew proved the naysayers wrong, becoming a formidable presence and a powerful emblem of change.
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Steel yourself; the pessimists will have gravitas.
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January’s 130,000 gain quieted the pessimists, proving that the labor market had found a floor.
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Hegseth largely declined to provide specifics, instead denouncing critics as defeatists, questioning their patriotism and insisting the mission had broad public support.
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“Negativists.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/negativists. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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