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as in encourages
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the rousing campaign speech inspired everyone to get out the vote
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as in elicits
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
what inspired that comment?
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as in educates
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
great works of visual art can inspire us in ways that the written word often cannot
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Structure in a way that best inspires, enables and empowers people to leverage their own and others’ capabilities together in support of the strategy.
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George Bradt, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Through their collaboration, Willis and Merida have created a work that not only celebrates Kamala Harris’s achievements but also inspires readers to see themselves in the story of history being made.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024
This is critical as stakeholders demand ethical leadership that inspires trust and inclusion.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Focus on producing content that entertains, educates or inspires, and take advantage of trending sounds and hashtags to expand reach.
—Tony Pec, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Resilience inspires confidence in your team and creates a culture that views challenges as opportunities.
—Jason Walker, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
David not only excels musically on the trombone but also brings a collaborative and positive spirit that inspires the entire group.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
Harness this energy by reimagining your goals with what inspires you.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Here, Mars inspires the desire to express yourself with courage and confidence and take center stage with an open heart.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
George Bradt, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Through their collaboration, Willis and Merida have created a work that not only celebrates Kamala Harris’s achievements but also inspires readers to see themselves in the story of history being made.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 23 Dec. 2024
This is critical as stakeholders demand ethical leadership that inspires trust and inclusion.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Focus on producing content that entertains, educates or inspires, and take advantage of trending sounds and hashtags to expand reach.
—Tony Pec, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Resilience inspires confidence in your team and creates a culture that views challenges as opportunities.
—Jason Walker, Forbes, 22 Dec. 2024
David not only excels musically on the trombone but also brings a collaborative and positive spirit that inspires the entire group.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 22 Dec. 2024
Harness this energy by reimagining your goals with what inspires you.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Here, Mars inspires the desire to express yourself with courage and confidence and take center stage with an open heart.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Inspires.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspires. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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