On a less positive note, the number of newly laid off Americans seeking unemployment benefits totaled 551,000 last week, up from 534,000 the previous week.

VOA: standard.2009.10.01

I want to end though on a positive note.

在课程结束前我想说点正面的知识。

耶鲁公开课 - 心理学导论课程节选

And the positive note are forces for good.

这个正面的知识就是使人变好的力量。

耶鲁公开课 - 心理学导论课程节选

But Gomez ends "Try to Remember" on a positive note, as Gabi gains self-confidence, educates herself and finds the strength to become an independent young woman.

VOA: standard.2010.07.22