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Synonyms

bright side

Idioms  

  1. A favorable or hopeful aspect, as in Bob is inclined to look on the bright side of everything. This idiom uses bright in the sense of “lit up with gladness or hope.” [First half of 1800s] Also see glass is half full.

Example Sentences

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Barabak: You know me; always one to look on the bright side!

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

Donald Trump wants his supporters to look on the bright side.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

On the bright side, key oncology growth drivers at AstraZeneca such as Imfinzi, Tagrisso and Calquence are expected to deliver strong performances, they add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

On the bright side of the Apple Card issue, getting rid of that business led to a $2.48 billion reduction in provisions for credit losses.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 15, 2026

You always see the bright side of everythin’.

From "Tears of a Tiger" by Sharon M. Draper

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