| Clue | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Misplaced optimism | Newsday | 27 May 2026 |
| Unrealistic belief | Universal | 30 Mar 2024 |
| Source of unexpected disappointment, maybe | ||
| Misplaced optimism | Eugene Sheffer | 24 Jul 2023 |
| Blind optimist's downfall | New York Times | 29 May 2021 |
| Misplaced optimism | Thomas Joseph | 14 Mar 2016 |