prove pessimistic
Frequency: 5.02.1 per million words
To be shown to be pessimistic by subsequent events.
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- His predictions proved unduly pessimistic.
- The economic forecasts initially appeared dire but ultimately proved less pessimistic.
- Her assessment of the team's chances might prove too pessimistic if they improve their performance.
- Fortunately, the early warnings about the project's failure did not prove entirely pessimistic.
- The expert's initial outlook on market recovery proved overly pessimistic.
- Despite his cautious nature, his views on the future rarely prove completely pessimistic.
- The company's internal report on sales figures proved surprisingly pessimistic.
- It is hoped that the current global health situation will not prove as pessimistic as some fear.
- If things continue this way, their initial caution could prove remarkably pessimistic.
- His estimations regarding the budget deficit proved slightly pessimistic after the final audit.