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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
There’s nothing very entrepreneurial, or inspirational, in that.
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Jonathan Weber, Fortune, 19 May 2026
An Emmy and Golden Globe winner best known for his role in FX’s lauded LAPD drama The Shield, Chiklis most recently starred in the inspirational football drama The Senior for Angel Studios.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 May 2026
In 2018, Nazir appears to have self-published this book of inspirational poems, much-feted on Amazon.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Two very different shows, with very different moods, but two inspirational nights that prove there is no substitute for human enthusiasm—the more ridiculous the better.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026
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—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 14 May 2026
Revisiting the groundbreaking feminist performance art movement in 1970s Los Angeles, one artist spotlights the inspirational, transformational, radical community exploding the narrative and status quo.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
Horowitz said the story of Haynes and his sermon were inspirational.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Ruing the absence of a talisman, an inspirational figure who can bend a game to their will.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Jonathan Weber, Fortune, 19 May 2026
An Emmy and Golden Globe winner best known for his role in FX’s lauded LAPD drama The Shield, Chiklis most recently starred in the inspirational football drama The Senior for Angel Studios.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 May 2026
In 2018, Nazir appears to have self-published this book of inspirational poems, much-feted on Amazon.
—Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 19 May 2026
Two very different shows, with very different moods, but two inspirational nights that prove there is no substitute for human enthusiasm—the more ridiculous the better.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 17 May 2026
Read More TopicsWedding Inspiration Vogue Weddings An all-access invitation to the exceptional and inspirational, plus planning tips and advice.
—Alexandra MacOn, Vogue, 14 May 2026
Revisiting the groundbreaking feminist performance art movement in 1970s Los Angeles, one artist spotlights the inspirational, transformational, radical community exploding the narrative and status quo.
—Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
Horowitz said the story of Haynes and his sermon were inspirational.
—Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Ruing the absence of a talisman, an inspirational figure who can bend a game to their will.
—Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 12 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspirational
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Gemini season begins today, turning your attention toward joy, expression, and what feels fun and inspiring.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
20 May 2026
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Now the Commonwealth should follow Britain through it, not remove itself from this inspiring story.—
Katharine Silbaugh,
STAT,
19 May 2026
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The menu focuses on steak—particularly surf and turf—and there’s an impressive offering of cuts, from the Lake District, Japan, and Australia.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 May 2026
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Romano points out that, when Lincoln emerged as a dark horse in the 1860 Presidential race, journalists covering the election sometimes found Mary more impressive than her spouse.—
Thomas Mallon,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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The series itself follows the famed adventurer as he's joined by celebrities for exciting journeys in the wilderness.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
19 May 2026
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Watch the official livestream replay now and immerse yourself in one of the most exciting student fashion events in the world.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
19 May 2026
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Senate candidate Mike Collins cut ties Friday with a controversial operative at the center of a House Ethics complaint after a history of provocative social media posts and mounting scrutiny ahead of a June GOP runoff against Derek Dooley.—
Greg Bluestein,
AJC.com,
22 May 2026
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That raises a more provocative question looking at who actually receives grace in America?—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The thesis of Brady’s commencement, though, was battling through adversity and never quitting, and the best way for Brady to tell his motivational message was by telling the story of his Super Bowl LI comeback against the Atlanta Falcons.—
Ryan Morik,
FOXNews.com,
16 May 2026
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That was the motivational cycle.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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“Inspirational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspirational. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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