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October 28, 2026 Adjective

Sanguine

/ˈsæŋɡwɪn/

Optimistic or positive, especially in an apparently bad situation.

Example

"She is sanguine about her chances of getting the job."

Etymology (Origin)

From Latin sanguineus (bloody).

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