The Mets are becoming more optimistic that he can return by opening day.

"I found that in this experience I have become much more optimistic about the future."

The government's long-term projections for Social Security have become more optimistic over the last eight years.

She began to put on weight and became more cheerful and optimistic.

Volunteers also mentioned that they have become more optimistic towards life.

Travel agents who have adapted to the new world are gradually becoming more optimistic.

"Rescue workers are becoming less optimistic," the Iranian press agency reported yesterday.

She added that "we're becoming more concerned and a little less optimistic about combination therapy."

Mets officials have become increasingly optimistic, but they are trying to be cautious.

Traders said that analysts were becoming a little more optimistic on American car sales and are now looking for volume to improve.