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as in motivation
something that arouses action or activity
She traveled cross-country seeking inspiration for her next book. He credits his mother as his inspiration for becoming a social worker.
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as in creativity
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
They were a group of young artists filled with inspiration.
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as in uplift
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
The return of summer brought with it a new sense of inspiration.
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Recent Examples of inspiration
Elevating the water quality has provided a flood of inspiration for spas.
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Blane Bachelor, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
The California native’s sentiments towards the state of the industry relates to Black Mirror’s Brandy Friday character seeking creative inspiration and redemption.
—Malik Peay, Essence, 17 Apr. 2025
Those looking for inspiration in the story will be disappointed.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
Wearing a plaid yellow blazer and skirt and holding a poufy pink pen, just like her inspiration, Tobin was even introduced as the character.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 15 Mar. 2025
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Blane Bachelor, Robb Report, 17 Apr. 2025
The California native’s sentiments towards the state of the industry relates to Black Mirror’s Brandy Friday character seeking creative inspiration and redemption.
—Malik Peay, Essence, 17 Apr. 2025
Those looking for inspiration in the story will be disappointed.
—Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
Wearing a plaid yellow blazer and skirt and holding a poufy pink pen, just like her inspiration, Tobin was even introduced as the character.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 15 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inspiration
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspiration
Noun
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Strategic and critical thinking are valuable no matter the level of seniority, as is empathy, as marketing is all about connecting with an audience by understanding their needs and motivations.—
Christine Pilkington,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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Walking with others can also promote a sense of camaraderie, along with accountability, encouragement, and motivation to stick with a walking routine.14 8.—
Cathy Nelson,
Verywell Health,
22 Apr. 2025
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This experience changed my life and my entire approach to creativity as a designer and an artist.—
Ralph Rucci,
Robb Report,
20 Apr. 2025
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That edge matters—in talent retention, in creativity and in bottom-line performance.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Charlotte Hawkins Brown founded the Palmer Memorial Institute, promoting educational opportunities and social uplift for African Americans.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
31 Mar. 2025
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His latest contract — signed in August, taking him to 2027, with a year option — was not a major uplift in terms of money.—
Laurie Whitwell,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Katherine, an avid reader who loves James Joyce and modern poetry, tries her hand at screenwriting, with Fred’s encouragement.—
Mark Athitakis,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2025
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Not only this, his friends also came to his defense, offering words of encouragement.—
Matt Robison,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Apr. 2025
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His idea appeared to be developing content about the club — not dissimilar to the manner in which Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney have captured the imagination at Wrexham — and introducing Dagenham & Redbridge to new markets.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Francis captured the imaginations of believers and non-believers alike. 10:57 Pope Francis, whose time as head of the Catholic Church was noted for an everyman humility and outreach efforts to people of disparate backgrounds and faiths, has died at 88, the Vatican has confirmed.—
Phoebe Natanson,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Like a standalone vacation rental property or timeshare, each unit offers all the comforts of home.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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With mobile physician care available, patients can receive care in the comfort of their own homes, reducing anxiety and stress associated with doctors' offices and travel.—
Paulina Wierzbicka,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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The impetus for his ire had everything to do with Minnesota big man Rudy Gobert, who was being chastised by the fan when Edwards decided to step in and take over the exchange.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Union leaders said the impetus for the strike was a string of 44 labor law violations allegedly committed by the county, including retaliation and contracting out work that’s supposed to be done by union members.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Warming from climate change is making the pollen season longer, and more people are going to the doctor each year looking for relief, according to a recent research review published in the journal The Laryngoscope.—
Andrea Muraskin,
NPR,
19 Apr. 2025
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For the last year, individuals and businesses affected by hurricanes Helene and Milton qualify for tax relief, as well as disaster victims in parts of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, New Mexico, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and Alaska.—
Cora Lewis,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2025
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“Inspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspiration. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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