1.   But there is widespread pessimism about the measure, even among its supporters.

2.   Miringoff noted a widespread pessimism among youth today, as well as more isolation and less sense of community.

3.   The failure of Israel and the Palestinians to resolve the matter has caused widespread pessimism about the search for regional peace.

4.   The upbeat presidential message sought to counter widespread pessimism in Congress over resolving the Bosnian conflict.

5.   There was widespread pessimism and a belief that the recession the country was then in would continue indefinitely.

6.   Despite widespread pessimism about the London talks, Gore said the meetings could inject new hope in the peace process.

7.   The country is in the midst of a prolonged economic slump amid rising unemployment and widespread pessimism about the future.

8.   These measures came despite a widespread pessimism over the economic viability of Hanbo Steel.

9.   Paul Krugman, trade specialist from Princeton University, said there was widespread pessimism among chief executives at the gathering about the prospects for global economic recovery.

10.   Separately, an opinion poll showed widespread pessimism among young Hongkongers as the handover looms.