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more optimistic
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most optimistic
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having a hopeful and positive outlook on life, expecting good things to happen
- Despite setbacks, she remained optimistic about her future career prospects.
- His optimistic attitude lifted the spirits of everyone around him during difficult times.
- Despite the setbacks, he stayed optimistic that things would improve.
- Even in the face of adversity, he maintained an optimistic outlook, focusing on potential solutions rather than dwelling on problems.
- Optimistic investors continued to pour money into the startup despite the risks.
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(of a forecast) higher than what is realistically expected
- The contractor's optimistic cost estimate ignored potential material shortages.
- They made an optimistic prediction for profits that far exceeded market trends.
- His optimistic revenue forecast failed to consider seasonal fluctuations.
- Investors were warned that the optimistic projections were unlikely to materialize.
- The report's optimistic assumptions about growth proved unrealistic.
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