Etymology
Origin of positivity
Example Sentences
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Equity markets have recently been driven by the positivity generated by the U.S. first-quarter reporting season, and expectations for a de-escalation of hostilities in the Persian Gulf.
From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026
He achieved greatness though an epic amplification of a uniquely L.A. positivity in which grumpy became wistful.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026
The company expects negative free cash flow of $65 million to $70 million in the first half but anticipates full-year positivity.
From Barron's • Apr. 16, 2026
Randolph’s Nile & Co. acquired As/Is, a BuzzFeed channel that focused on body positivity, and Goodful, which covered “all things mental health, clean eating, and well-being,” from the beleaguered digital media company late last year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
For someone who talks about positivity so much, Mom is the most negative person I know.
From "Starfish" by Akemi Dawn Bowman
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