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Recent Examples of inspiration Morrison: The ’80s are definitely an inspiration in general on the show. Michaela Zee, Variety, 21 Mar. 2025 But yes, children everywhere became [an inspiration]. Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Mar. 2025 Those calls seemed to be loudest among Black people, whose dedication to the cause was the inspiration for this article. Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2025 Cole credits the collection to legendary photographers such as Saul Leiter, Andreas Gursky and Ernst Haas—some of his greatest inspirations. Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for inspiration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspiration
Noun
  • Their personal stories also flip their motivations.
    George Yang, Rolling Stone, 18 Mar. 2025
  • Hinsdale South wrestler Callie Carr had a simple motivation that helped drive her perfect 39-0 record, which was capped off with a state championship.
    Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Appreciation: Recognize the complementary strengths of human creativity and AI efficiency.
    Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Engaging in a passion outside of work offers opportunities for creativity, relaxation and personal fulfillment.
    Judy E Davidson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • There’s no view yet on timing, and this will be a major uplift.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Some economists are skeptical about the scale of the potential economic uplift from higher defense spending in Europe.
    Anna Cooban, CNN, 6 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Commercial pilot and licensed psychotherapist shares words of encouragement after recent plane crashes Michaela Renee Johnson says fear is a natural response to seeing the recent aviation disasters and shares thoughts on how people can ultimately tackle their fear.
    Ashley J. DiMella Fox News, Fox News, 14 Mar. 2025
  • With his signature goofiness and kindhearted nature, Captain Goof-Beard helps Mickey and his friends on treasure hunts and exciting seafaring quests by providing clues, guidance, and encouragement, all while teaching valuable lessons about teamwork and perseverance.
    Lauryn Higgins, Parents, 12 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • To gossip well—ethically, and aesthetically, too—a person needs sympathy alongside judgment: not merely information but imagination.
    Alexandra Schwartz, The New Yorker, 17 Mar. 2025
  • Without naming and shaming his many imitators (and inspiring angry social media posts as a result), none approach their craft with the level of imagination and creativity that Carti does.
    Mosi Reeves, Rolling Stone, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • This dimension reflects a person’s comfort level with imaginative, hypothetical or fantastical concepts.
    Mark Travers, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
  • Though Graham had concerns for how Cooper would be handle the pressure of this style, he was quickly given comfort by the young actor’s fortitude.
    Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Despite this impetus for change, progress remains slow given the potential rewards.
    Ozan Ozerk, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
  • After Thursday’s performance, where Postecoglou’s best-available line-up seemed to find the magic of Ange-ball once again, a flat first half and eventual defeat delivered by a side propped up by fringe players killed that impetus again.
    Elias Burke, The Athletic, 17 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Both Shriner and Sims felt a sense of relief that a tool was finally available to help stem the spread of disease.
    Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 15 Mar. 2025
  • The Red Cross announced plans to assist with relief efforts on Saturday.
    Eric Zerkel, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025

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“Inspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspiration. Accessed 30 Mar. 2025.

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