Optimistic feeling with fingers crossed Crossword Clue

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Optimistic feeling with fingers crossed Crossword Answer

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(verb)
1. intend with some possibility of fulfilment
2. expect and wish
(noun)
1. grounds for feeling hopeful about the future
2. United States comedian (born in England) who appeared in films with Bing Crosby (1903-2003)

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

FEELING (noun)
1. the general atmosphere of a place or situation and the effect that it has on people
2. an intuitive understanding of something
OPTIMISTIC (adjective)
1. expecting the best
2. expecting the best in this best of all possible worlds

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30. Roomy market bag

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34. (2/6) Respect the ___ limit posted everywhere, because every road has its sweet spot for safe traffic flow

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