1
as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
an upbeat attitude about life
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2
as in promising
having qualities which inspire hope
several upbeat signs that the economy is improving
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Recent Examples of upbeat
The night before her passing, Charlotte had been upbeat, enjoying her favorite pasta dinner and baking banana bread for the next day.
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 3 Apr. 2025
This is a popular day for you because people are attracted to your upbeat, positive energy.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 2 Apr. 2025
CrowdStrike, for its part, also has struck an upbeat tune.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
The series bowed at October’s Rome Film Festival, garnering some upbeat reviews and stellar ratings on RAI from a January bow.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 1 Apr. 2025
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Charlie Campbell, Time, 3 Apr. 2025
This is a popular day for you because people are attracted to your upbeat, positive energy.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 2 Apr. 2025
CrowdStrike, for its part, also has struck an upbeat tune.
—Paulina Likos, CNBC, 1 Apr. 2025
The series bowed at October’s Rome Film Festival, garnering some upbeat reviews and stellar ratings on RAI from a January bow.
—John Hopewell, Variety, 1 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for upbeat
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Suddenly, everyone’s wardrobe is far more cheerful, nature is blooming in every corner, and our favorite brands begin unveiling fresh colorways inspired by the season’s change.—
Maya Gandara,
StyleCaster,
2 Apr. 2025
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The Many Faces of Organizational Silence Toxic positivity isn't just about being excessively cheerful.—
Tracy Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
26 Mar. 2025
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One of the most promising applications is workforce assistance, particularly in industries facing labor shortages, such as healthcare.—
Melody Brue,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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The bottom of the Jezero Crater – believed to have formed 3.9 billion years ago from a massive impact – is considered to be among the most promising areas on Mars to search for evidence of ancient life.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2025
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But others – including both experts who spoke to CNN – were more optimistic.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
5 Apr. 2025
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When will Republicans pass much of Trump’s agenda? House GOP leadership has been optimistic that Republicans could pass legislation to enact Trump’s tax and spending priorities before summer – but some Republicans have acknowledged the task would be easier said than done.—
Aris Folley,
The Hill,
4 Apr. 2025
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The pistachios add a nice crunch and the fresh mint lends the bowl a refreshing, bright pop of flavor.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2025
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Both O’Mara and McMahon believe that Pickle has a bright future ahead.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
3 Apr. 2025
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June became hopeful that the American rescue mission would lead to a reunion with her daughter, but that was unsuccessful.—
Abigail Lee,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2025
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Join 447 others in the comments View Comments So investors hopeful for a deal may not get one.—
John Towfighi, David Goldman and Matt Egan,
CNN Money,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Upbeat.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/upbeat. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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