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causing people to want to do or create something; giving inspiration
an inspirational speaker Her courage is inspirational.
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Recent Examples of inspirational
News co-host and his wife, inspirational author Lauren Scruggs Kennedy, paid in late 2018.
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Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
Everyone loves the smell of a winner and getting to go on stage and give inspirational acceptances can really build momentum.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 4 Jan. 2026
Chiron may not be elegant, but its forward shift in your inspirational 5th house is a great reminder to put yourself out there and try.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
Like some of the best inspirational movies, Lionheart weaves a captivating portrait with threads of loyalty, loss, and heartbreak.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
His inspirational story was highlighted Tuesday, when he was named TCU’s Honorary Captain and laced up a special, one-of-a-kind pair of sneakers.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
Others viewed it as inspirational.
—Devika Rao, TheWeek, 31 Dec. 2025
Many of the late monarch’s most inspirational quotes came from her annual Christmas broadcasts.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
The inspirational book was adapted from the former Navy SEAL’s viral 2014 commencement speech for the University of Texas.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
Everyone loves the smell of a winner and getting to go on stage and give inspirational acceptances can really build momentum.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 4 Jan. 2026
Chiron may not be elegant, but its forward shift in your inspirational 5th house is a great reminder to put yourself out there and try.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
Like some of the best inspirational movies, Lionheart weaves a captivating portrait with threads of loyalty, loss, and heartbreak.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
His inspirational story was highlighted Tuesday, when he was named TCU’s Honorary Captain and laced up a special, one-of-a-kind pair of sneakers.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 31 Dec. 2025
Others viewed it as inspirational.
—Devika Rao, TheWeek, 31 Dec. 2025
Many of the late monarch’s most inspirational quotes came from her annual Christmas broadcasts.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 30 Dec. 2025
The inspirational book was adapted from the former Navy SEAL’s viral 2014 commencement speech for the University of Texas.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, PEOPLE, 30 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspirational
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This is about believing in a future that feels both inspiring and supportive.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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This inspiring annual gathering brings together survivors, advocates, medical leaders, and community partners to celebrate hope, progress, and the collective power driving change in the fight against breast cancer, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
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This impressive deal only applies to the six-piece set, which includes five compression packing cubes and one drawstring bag in select colors.—
Emily Belfiore,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Joseph’s most recent work in Denver, however, happens to be some of the most impressive as the unit ranked second in total defense, third in scoring and in the top-ten against both the run and pass.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This season already has plenty of exciting acting talents to spot on the red carpets—including frontrunners such as Chase Infiniti, Renate Reinsve, and Rose Byrne.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
9 Jan. 2026
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Craft service had Cinnabons — that was exciting.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
9 Jan. 2026
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Clothing with offensive language, political messaging, or provocative graphics can violate airline dress codes, which are designed to maintain passenger comfort and safety.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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In 2024, Roberto De Zerbi had his own press conference moments at Brighton that seemed as provocative, if not more so, than anything Amorim or Enzo Maresca recently said.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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Here’s everything to know about Chris Robbins and his relationship with the motivational speaker.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Bowen agrees that Summerville duly answered Nuno’s motivational pleas.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Inspirational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspirational. Accessed 17 Jan. 2026.
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