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
Twin Metals said in its 2019 proposal that construction could take two to three years, but that could be optimistic.
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Todd Richmond, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
But that optimistic forecast is colliding with gasoline averaging more than $4 per gallon and soaring airfare amid elevated jet-fuel costs.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
While there is still uncertainty about when a breakthrough treatment will arrive, Reiner remains optimistic.
—Ted Scouten, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Through the financing woes, Miller remained optimistic.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026
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Todd Richmond, Twin Cities, 16 Apr. 2026
But that optimistic forecast is colliding with gasoline averaging more than $4 per gallon and soaring airfare amid elevated jet-fuel costs.
—Jake Angelo, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
While there is still uncertainty about when a breakthrough treatment will arrive, Reiner remains optimistic.
—Ted Scouten, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Through the financing woes, Miller remained optimistic.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for optimistic
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While scientists caution that more research is needed, the findings are a promising step forward for treatment.—
Kayla Hayempour,
NBC news,
19 Apr. 2026
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Life of public service At 38 years old, Metayer had by all accounts a promising and bright future in public service.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
17 Apr. 2026
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Aged 33, the Belgian still has plenty of years ahead of him but in Friday night’s semi-final against PSG, Navarro showed the future is bright in that position for the Spanish club.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The verdant burst is always welcome after a dreary winter, and the bright, fresh flavors of spring vegetables are like a breath of fresh air on the table, too.—
Becky Krystal,
Washington Post,
20 Apr. 2026
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But Randle was hopeful Saturday’s game reps mixed in with some additional work Sunday would help Edwards get even closer to his traditional form in Game 2 on Monday.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
19 Apr. 2026
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The Israeli economy is facing a significant hit to growth projections as a result of the Middle East conflict — but its central bank chief is hopeful that a rapid resolution to the wars in Lebanon and Iran can help ease the shock.—
Hugh Leask,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2026
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“Optimistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/optimistic. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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