as in inspiring
causing people to want to do or create something; giving inspiration
an inspirational speaker Her courage is inspirational.
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Adjective
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Diane Paulus, the Broadway director, was dancing the American Ballet Theater at a very young age, but her mother’s approach, for me personally, was an inspiring model.—
Susan Dominus,
CNBC,
7 June 2025 -
The Axeman remains one of New Orleans’ most enduring legends, inspiring books, jazz ballads and even an appearance in American Horror Story, the FX series.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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Messi has been impressive with 10 goals and six assists in 13 appearances.—
Michael Lewis,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The print is bold and easy to spot amongst other luggage, while the impressive craftsmanship will keep the bag itself looking brand new for many trips to come.—
Quincy Bulin,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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From Canada to Milan, it’s been a journey filled with creativity, intensity, and some of the most exciting food this show has ever seen.—
Buddha Lo,
People.com,
13 June 2025
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Selecting many of the most exciting and highest-quality titles from Latin America, the Focus will underscore the breadth and vibrancy of the region’s animation output, plus current artistic and market trends.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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There are some sweet crushes, but nothing provocative at all.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
12 June 2025
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Environmental and natural resource lawyer Rebecca Sokol argued in favor of such indirect, behavioral strategies, in a provocative 2020 paper, and agrees with Paz’s assessment.—
Sarah Scoles,
JSTOR Daily,
11 June 2025
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“Inspirational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspirational. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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