as in cynic
a person who distrusts other people and believes that everything is done for selfish reasons
those naysayers who attack the integrity of the entire judicial system
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Trump fundraiser Bill White, who also spoke at the Charlotte event and is openly gay, pushed back on naysayers who question the former president’s commitment to the LGBTQ community.
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Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 24 Oct. 2024
Don’t listen to naysayers who tell you that your dreams are too lofty.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2024
Only a naysayer would argue that early implementations and being forearmed for the next wave of adoption in this way isn’t both poised and prudent.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
With the announcement, naysayers (and most safety advocates) may take the position that no auto manufacturer should be allowed to offer a vehicle to the public capable of driving 148 mph faster than any legal speed limit in the United States.
—Michael Harley, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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Matt Lavietes, NBC News, 24 Oct. 2024
Don’t listen to naysayers who tell you that your dreams are too lofty.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2024
Only a naysayer would argue that early implementations and being forearmed for the next wave of adoption in this way isn’t both poised and prudent.
—Adrian Bridgwater, Forbes, 16 Oct. 2024
With the announcement, naysayers (and most safety advocates) may take the position that no auto manufacturer should be allowed to offer a vehicle to the public capable of driving 148 mph faster than any legal speed limit in the United States.
—Michael Harley, Forbes, 18 Oct. 2024
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“Naysayer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/naysayer. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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