as in breathtaking
causing great emotional or mental stimulation
an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service
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as in encouraging
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 eliciting
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
what inspired that comment?
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as in educating
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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Recent Examples of inspiring
Jennifer Ford, Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
At the awards ceremony, according to a clip Sanchez shared on Instagram, Sanchez praised Longoria as a superhero, and Longoria spoke in a very inspiring way about the value of supporting Latinas, saying that investing in women leads to stronger families, communities and, ultimately, nations.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2024
Laura Manske, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Instead of functioning as a victory lap for Swift, The Tortured Poets Department was emotionally unguarded and knowingly messy, dividing critics and inspiring immediate fan devotion on its way to the biggest first-week debut of her career.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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In this episode of Off The Court, presented by Ford, Olympic Gold Medalist Sanya Richards-Ross takes us on a journey in her new 2025 Ford Explorer, sharing her inspiring story from track star to philanthropist.
—Jennifer Ford, Essence, 31 Oct. 2024
At the awards ceremony, according to a clip Sanchez shared on Instagram, Sanchez praised Longoria as a superhero, and Longoria spoke in a very inspiring way about the value of supporting Latinas, saying that investing in women leads to stronger families, communities and, ultimately, nations.
—Martha Ross, The Mercury News, 29 Oct. 2024
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Wine & Travel France is an armchair traveler’s delight, inspiring daydreams as well as vacation plans.
—Laura Manske, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
Instead of functioning as a victory lap for Swift, The Tortured Poets Department was emotionally unguarded and knowingly messy, dividing critics and inspiring immediate fan devotion on its way to the biggest first-week debut of her career.
—Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspiring
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Kenya has a way of captivating you — the mind-bending landscapes, curious wildlife, and breathtaking sunsets that are best savored in the still of the bush.Venetia Martin, Travel + Leisure, 4 Nov. 2024
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The two championship golf courses provide breathtaking scenery and challenging games.Robin Raven, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
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Cultivate adaptability by encouraging continuous learning, seeking diverse perspectives and fostering a culture of innovation.Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 4 Oct. 2024
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Developers and hotel operators can join hands to set up local farming collectives, thereby encouraging entrepreneurship, enabling employment opportunities and reducing waste generation along the supply chain.Shrikant Dash, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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As employees see their efforts eliciting impact, many authentically evolve into influencer status—not only serving as direct voices for the company via reshares but also engaging with their own audiences and developing relationships with other influencers and communities.Sal Viveros, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Adam Pearce vowed Drew McIntyre and CM Punk would not be getting physical tonight, eliciting boos.Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Sep. 2024
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The following weekly digest is written and compiled by the Trans Formations Project, a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to tracking and educating about the anti-trans legislative crisis currently sweeping the United States.Trans Formations Project, Them, 4 Oct. 2024
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In my experience, engaging with site visitors and educating them about your services or expertise are important aspects of building a successful business and reputation.Sam Nelson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Luke Hales / Getty Images The 2024 baseball season may have just ended, but the most exciting drama in the sport is on deck: free agency.Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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The most exciting thing to happen in the area on Election Day was arguably a series of public safety power shutoffs by PG&E triggered by red flag fire conditions, which affected polling locations including Los Gatos’s Lakeside Elementary School.Isha Trivedi, The Mercury News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Megalopolis pushes Coppola into unchecked futuristic, pseudo-classical narrative fabrications (evoking the Shakespearean pall cast by the death of Caesar’s wife).Armond White, National Review, 4 Oct. 2024
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These paintings have a decidedly old-school look, evoking Picasso’s Blue Period canvases and Renaissance art.Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 2 Oct. 2024
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Leadville’s compact layout makes most interesting sites a short walk or bike ride away.James Dziezynski, Outside Online, 10 Nov. 2024
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The auto industry’s pioneers offer some very interesting history.David Krumboltz, The Mercury News, 10 Nov. 2024
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The shelves above it have a display of intriguing objects that don’t overwhelm the room; the mirror reflects daylight, but not at eye level which could be distracting.Nicolas Milon, Architectural Digest, 5 Nov. 2024
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However, one of the most intriguing marks is unrelated to protection.Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Inspiring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspiring. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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