"They're not the only company that got optimistic on proved reserves."

I find it increasingly difficult to be terribly optimistic on that point.

We still remain very optimistic about our opportunities on appeal.

However, the author is not optimistic on that approach.

"At least she seems more optimistic on this side."

Spaniards are optimistic on the outlook for their stock market.

But Cone, as always, is optimistic, feeling that he will be back on time.

"Generally, I am still optimistic on commercial aircraft," he noted.

"But I am not optimistic on the defense industry."

United Party supporters were optimistic on the eve of the poll.