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Look on the bright side

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8 April 2026

Look on the bright side

We use this expression to encourage someone to think positively about a situation they believe is negative.

Written: Yes

Spoken: Yes

Formal: Yes

Informal: Yes

Example 1

It's so expensive living in New York.

Yes, but look on the bright side - you learn so much more here than by studying from books, so that's value for money!

Example 2

I've got four exams tomorrow!

Ok, but look on the bright side - once you've finished, you won't have any more exams for two years!

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