1
as in to encourage
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the rousing campaign speech inspired everyone to get out the vote
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2
as in to elicit
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
what inspired that comment?
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3
as in to educate
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 inspire
Michael Jordan’s eighth signature Air Jordan sneaker will reportedly receive a new colorway inspired by one of his most memorable on-court moments in his fourth Air Jordan model.
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Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2025
While grief, faith and love are embedded throughout the film, the last of those themes is what Franklin hopes inspires viewers the most.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 27 Sep. 2025
Perhaps an unexpected expense throws off your budget, or you’re no longer inspired by a recent investment.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
The app allows users to track calories by taking a picture of their food, inspired by Yadegari’s own fitness journey.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
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Riley Jones, Footwear News, 27 Sep. 2025
While grief, faith and love are embedded throughout the film, the last of those themes is what Franklin hopes inspires viewers the most.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 27 Sep. 2025
Perhaps an unexpected expense throws off your budget, or you’re no longer inspired by a recent investment.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
The app allows users to track calories by taking a picture of their food, inspired by Yadegari’s own fitness journey.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspire
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The resort's Star Camp kids club encourages youngsters to be stewards of the land and sea, emphasizing sustainable initiatives such as recycling and ocean ecology.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
27 Sep. 2025
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In honor of their service and selfness, Hobbs has ordered all state buildings to be at half-staff the days of their burials and encourages individuals, organizations and businesses to participate in the tribute.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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After going public together on social media, the pair have elicited strong reactions from people in their comments — some appalled by their age gap and others who quickly jump to their defense.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
29 Sep. 2025
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For the Reds, who have not participated in the postseason after a 162-game season since 2013, the postseason berth elicited joy.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
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At first, the state regulators tried various strategies to educate customers about the addictive nature of gambling, as well as the financial risks.—
Karen Brown,
NPR,
30 Sep. 2025
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Local officials, as well as nonprofit and community groups, are also making efforts to educate residents about their rights and keep them informed about the imminent federal operation.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
30 Sep. 2025
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More than the Martini or the Manhattan, the Martinez evokes that Gilded Age, an echo of a long past era reflected in the quantity of vermouth and the unusual character of maraschino.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
27 Sep. 2025
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There, twice a month, the Michigan Rocky Horror Preservation Society holds court, its members arrayed in corsets, feather boas, ripped jeans and lovingly detailed costumes that evoke their favorite movie's main characters.—
Neda Ulaby,
NPR,
27 Sep. 2025
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“Inspire.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspire. Accessed 1 Oct. 2025.
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