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look on the bright side

idiom

To examine a situation, usually unfavorable, from a positive perspective; to be cheerful or optimistic.


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  1. 01

    bright and early

    (Very) early in the morning.

  2. 02

    bright lights

    The glamour and glitz of a place, especially a big city.

  3. 03

    bright line

    A clear distinction in the context of a legal, moral, ethical, or analytical judgment.

  4. 04

    bright side

    A consoling aspect of a difficult situation.

  5. 05

    bright spark

    A person who is intelligent, clever or quick-witted.

  6. 06

    bright young thing

    One who is youthful, clever, eager, and high-spirited in manner and attractive in appearance.

  7. 07

    Butcher's

    [Cockney slang]look

    via butcher's hook

  8. 08

    dirty look

    An unpleasant or disdainful look or expression, often directed at someone.

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