Feeling described as "hoping for the best, but fearing the worst" Crossword Clue

Looking for the answer to “Feeling described as "hoping for the best, but fearing the worst"” from the New York Times crossword of May 24, 2025? It has 16 letters. Flip the tiles one at a time, try a hint first, or look through the rest of that puzzle.

Crossword answer

NEW YORK TIMES, MAY 24, 2025

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What is the answer to “Feeling described as "hoping for the best, but fearing the worst"”?

CAUTIOUSOPTIMISM, 16 letters.

When was “Feeling described as "hoping for the best, but fearing the worst"” last seen in a crossword?

In the New York Times crossword of May 24, 2025.

How many letters does the answer have?

16 letters, starting with C.