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Adjective
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For example, Donald Trump’s approach to power reflects a deeply cynical view of human nature.—
Dave Winsborough,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025 -
This Superman movie is the most cynical imaginable.—
Armond White,
National Review,
11 July 2025
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The strategist expects a wide range of outcomes, citing bullish signals around sentiment that conflict with more pessimistic GDP forecasts.—
Sarah Min,
CNBC,
14 July 2025
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So while calls still outflank puts on an absolute basis, the high percentile means options traders have been much more pessimistic than usual.—
Schaeffer's Investment Research,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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“Nihilistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nihilistic. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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