idealism

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Recent Examples of idealism Year by year, exhibition by exhibition, housesit by housesit, Wilson shows how the art world left him dirt poor despite his ever-growing CV, took a toll on his mental and physical health, and killed his idealism. Longreads, 19 Dec. 2024 Temper your idealism while the moon confronts Venus and Saturn. USA TODAY, 27 Oct. 2024 The company and town formed a polychrome ball of altruistic idealism, entrepreneurial ambition and small-town drama. Peter Rubin, Longreads, 12 Dec. 2024 The opposing forces of idealism and practicality, Solitude makes clear, play essential roles in shaping not just families, but entire civilizations. Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 12 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for idealism 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for idealism
Noun
  • Yet the apparent optimism was a thin veneer over deep uncertainty.
    Jeanna Smialek, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
  • In a post on X, Rutte expressed optimism about strengthening NATO's capabilities, emphasizing that the alliance will work together to achieve peace through strength.
    Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 21 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Much like the moon — which happens to be Cancer's planetary ruler — Mary has an emotional pull that stirs something deep in those around her, effortlessly drawing them into her orbit with her heartfelt sincerity and loving nature.
    Athena Sobhan, People.com, 16 Jan. 2025
  • For three seasons in Laramie, Wyo., Allen heaved 75-yard bombs in practice, lived off Applebee’s and charmed teammates with his leadership style, a goofy sincerity and plenty of drinking games.
    Rustin Dodd, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
Noun
  • Tascioni is an exuberant person by nature, which many antagonists mistake for naivete.
    Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Biden’s naivete on the matter can perhaps be excused, but not Trump’s.
    John Tamny, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
  • Sometimes, these declarations are the product of naivety; other times, it’s done for clicks.
    Henry McIntosh, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Its designers' naivety shines through clearly, and its rough edges serve as clear reminders of why today's strict formalism has taken root, especially in AAA games where too-big budgets and payrolls leave no room at all for risk.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 27 Dec. 2024

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