as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
the economic predictions for the coming year are actually quite optimistic
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Recent Examples of optimistic
For the first time in weeks, Beirut felt optimistic, a calm that seemed reflected in the weather.
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Rania Abouzeid, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
The eternally optimistic Canales still seems bullish on Legette figuring things out, but a disappointing start to the season could land him on the trading block by October.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 21 May 2026
But despite the injury coming in the midst of a hot start to the season, the catcher remained relatively optimistic even in the face of an extended absence.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 20 May 2026
Dube, though, remained optimistic about the site’s future.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
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Rania Abouzeid, New Yorker, 21 May 2026
The eternally optimistic Canales still seems bullish on Legette figuring things out, but a disappointing start to the season could land him on the trading block by October.
—Joseph Person, New York Times, 21 May 2026
But despite the injury coming in the midst of a hot start to the season, the catcher remained relatively optimistic even in the face of an extended absence.
—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 20 May 2026
Dube, though, remained optimistic about the site’s future.
—Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 20 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimistic
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George’s option from Chelsea is around £25m but, despite some promising cameos, the 20-year-old has yet to force his way into Moyes’ starting line-up.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
25 May 2026
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Efforts to stop a California industrial disaster were set on a potentially promising new path on Sunday, officials said, revealing that crews discovered a possible pressure-relieving crack in the tank behind a toxic chemical leak in Orange County, where 50,000 people remain evacuated.—
Austin Turner,
CBS News,
24 May 2026
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The bright shades of this comfy wedge sandal instantly make simple summer outfits look more fun, and unlike most wedges, these are actually built for walking without that teetering feeling.—
Chaise Sanders,
Travel + Leisure,
25 May 2026
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Prone to wearing clothes that suggest an overgrown pre-teen herself, all frills, flounces and bright colors, Martha doesn’t look like great maternal material to Claire, although this judgmental attitude may be evidence of her own maternal deficiencies.—
Leslie Felperin,
HollywoodReporter,
24 May 2026
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Amid conflicting signals over a possible deal, traders seem hopeful of a positive outcome, with oil prices falling in Asia trading Monday.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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Courtney said the family remains hopeful about her father's condition.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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“Optimistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimistic. Accessed 28 May. 2026.
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