1
as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
economists are offering a hopeful forecast for a healthy economy in the coming year
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as in encouraging
pointing toward a happy outcome
in a hopeful response to the ad, several people called to say they'd seen our lost cat
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as in candidate
one who seeks an office, honor, position, or award
the three mayoral hopefuls are going to debate on local TV
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Recent Examples of hopeful
Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 3 July 2025
The Cubs were hopeful about the addition in December, but there were questions about durability due to his injury history.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Elena Moore, NPR, 13 June 2025
Still, Sheppard will have a shot in Denver, given Payton’s affinity for both big receivers and fringe roster hopefuls.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 June 2025
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Adjective
Mayoral hopeful and Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield should have known better, the UAW said.
—Liam Rappleye, Freep.com, 3 July 2025
The Cubs were hopeful about the addition in December, but there were questions about durability due to his injury history.
—Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2025
Noun
In February, California Gov. Gavin Newsom, widely seen as a presidential hopeful in 2028, launched a podcast with a video component that is also available on YouTube.
—Elena Moore, NPR, 13 June 2025
Still, Sheppard will have a shot in Denver, given Payton’s affinity for both big receivers and fringe roster hopefuls.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hopeful
Adjective
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Stark noted that ascension has made Suarez one of the most promising pending free agents in the sport.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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His firing came on the same day two of the team’s most promising young stars, outfielder James Wood and pitcher Mackenzie Gore, made the National League All-Star team for the first time.—
Dan Schlossberg,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
Adjective
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The jury is out on 2024 first-rounder Hagen Smith but signs are encouraging.—
Phil Rogers,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
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The 5-foot-11, 191-pound former standout at Jacksonville’s Bartram Trail underwent offseason foot surgery in the spring, but a 3-tackle effort in the spring game was encouraging.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
Noun
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On Tuesday, two state legislators joined the crowded field of Democratic candidates looking to replace longtime U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky in Illinois’ 9th Congressional District.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
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Rabbis and other clergy members in the United States may endorse candidates from the pulpit without jeopardizing their house of worship’s tax-exempt status, the Internal Revenue Service has decreed.—
Philissa Cramer,
Sun Sentinel,
11 July 2025
Adjective
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Vonda Wright, an orthopedic surgeon and author of Unbreakable: A Woman's Guide to Aging with Power, had optimistic thoughts.—
Kristin Auble,
Vogue,
10 July 2025
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There’s an optimistic view: that AI could free us from drudgery and elevate us toward creativity, insight, and connection.—
Jason Snyder,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
Adjective
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This is driven by the ongoing market share gains from its FreeStyle Libre platform and the favorable effects of recent product launches, including Lingo, TriClip, and i-STAT.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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In 2019, 52% of Mainers had a favorable impression of Collins, according to Morning Consult polling.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
9 July 2025
Noun
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This year, the race feels far less assured for far fewer contenders.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
7 July 2025
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That cannot keep happening if the Packers are going to be a legitimate Super Bowl contender.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 July 2025
Adjective
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Not to mention, the pastry pink shade is perfect for bright, colorful summer outfits.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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Known for its bright colors and vivid patterns, the store specializes in women’s clothes fit for a resort or a vacation to a tropical island.—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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The fact remains that dogs absolutely thrive on high-quality food and need it to keep them happy and healthy.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
14 July 2025
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The industry wasn’t happy, but the Pentagon was the only buyer, so there wasn’t much that anyone could do about it.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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“Hopeful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hopeful. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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