Lingo

Optimism

11 Words

6m

1.
never say die
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used to encourage people to maintain a positive attitude, stay persistent, and keep trying until they achieve their goals

We may be down by 10 points, but never say die - there's still time left in the game to make a comeback.

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never say never
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never say never
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used to encourage people to keep an open mind and avoid making definitive statements about the future or their abilities, as circumstances and perspectives can change

I always thought I would never enjoy reading, but never say never - when I discovered a genre that interested me, I found that I loved getting lost in a good book.

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3.
nothing so bad, as not to be good for something
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used to imply that even the worst experiences or situations can have a beneficial impact, as they can provide valuable lessons and opportunities for personal growth and development

Losing my job was a setback, but nothing so bad as not to be good for something - it gave me the opportunity to pursue a new career path that I'm much happier in.

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4.
nothing so bad but (it|) might have been worse
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used to indicate that a difficult situation could have been much worse, encouraging gratitude and a positive attitude toward overcoming challenges

The car accident was scary, but thankfully no one was seriously injured - nothing so bad but might have been worse.

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5.
there is always room at the top
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used to suggest that success and achievement are not limited to a select few, but can be achieved by anyone who works hard and stays dedicated to their goals

I was intimidated by the thought of entering a competitive industry, but then I remembered that there is always room at the top - if I work hard and stay dedicated, I can carve out my own niche and make a name for myself.

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tomorrow is another day
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used to suggest that if things do not go as planned or if someone experiences a setback or failure, there is always another opportunity to try again the next day

I know you're upset about not getting the job, but you should remember that tomorrow is another day.There will be plenty of other opportunities out there for you.

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7.
watch the doughnut and not the hole
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used to suggest that people should focus on the positive aspects of a situation, rather than the negative ones, and appreciate what they have, instead of focusing on what they lack

If I make a mistake at work, I remind myself to watch the doughnut and not the hole - to focus on how I can learn from the experience and improve in the future.

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(while|where) there is life there is hope
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used to emphasize that as long as someone is alive, there is always a chance for positive change or improvement

When faced with a difficult health diagnosis, I remind myself that while there is life there is hope - and that with the right treatment and mindset, I can recover and thrive.

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9.
hope springs eternal
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used to imply that hope and optimism are a fundamental part of human nature, and that people have an inherent ability to remain positive and hopeful, even during difficult times

No matter how tough things get, I always remember that hope springs eternal.There's always a chance for a better future, and that gives me the strength to keep going.

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10.
hope is a good breakfast but a bad supper
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used to imply that while hope and optimism can be beneficial at the beginning of a task, a realistic and practical approach may be necessary to overcome obstacles and achieve success

Julie, I know you're excited about your new project, but remember that hope is a good breakfast but a bad supper.You need to have a practical plan in place to ensure your success.

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11.
if it were not for hope, the heart would break
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used to imply that hope is a powerful and necessary force that helps us endure difficult times and overcome challenges

Studying for this difficult exam seemed impossible at times, but if it were not for hope, the heart would break and I would have given up long ago.

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