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noun

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Noun
  • There’s a bigger-picture story tucked into those few weeks, and an optimist could probably find some relation to what’s ahead in 2025 — the Royals open the season Thursday against the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium.
    Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2025
  • In contrast, an optimist would likely retort that this super-AGI collective could pursue the aim of aiding humankind and being our best friend forever.
    Lance Eliot, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Surround Yourself with Positive Influences Entrepreneurs and investors who network with forward-thinking, optimistic individuals are more likely to maintain a long-term perspective on financial growth.
    Shane Enete, Forbes, 24 Mar. 2025
  • Analysts are optimistic on the stock’s upward potential, even as Target shares have suffered.
    Hakyung Kim, CNBC, 22 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The film follows Vidya, a single mother and idealist who moves into Mahalaxmi Apartment as a tenant.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The new wave of realists and idealists now sit united in opposition to the current occupants of the White House.
    Neil MacFarquhar, New York Times, 26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Researchers noted the positive effects of ecstatic epilepsy and synthesized fifty-three theoretical models of delusion.
    Rafil Kroll-Zaidi, Harper's Magazine, 23 Mar. 2025
  • How do your efforts contribute to a positive work environment? Be intentional about offering support—this could mean mentoring a newer coworker or simply being available to help brainstorm solutions during meetings.
    Glenn Llopis, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Plus, their cheerful blooms and tall stems ensure these flowers will be a striking addition to any landscape.
    Renee Freemon Mulvihill, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Washington earlier this month abruptly suspended military aid to Ukraine following a heated exchange between Trump, Vice President JD Vance and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, just hours after the cheerful TSMC ceremony.
    Wayne Chang, CNN, 13 Mar. 2025
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“Positivist.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/positivist. Accessed 28 Mar. 2025.

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