Definition of inspiring
: having an animating or exalting effect
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Examples of inspiring in a Sentence
an inspiring idea for a national program in which young people would commit themselves to a year of community service
Recent Examples of inspiring from the Web
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The home at 2000 Wood Thrush Court in Westlake’s Vaquero features a custom iron double door entry into a grand foyer and formal living area, complete with inspiring views of the lovely center courtyard.
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The best part of playing Maggie is getting to share an inspiring LOVE story and representing the LGBTQ+ community.
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For the composer and his wife, the Chamber Blues journey has been at once musically inspiring and commercially challenging.
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Both the defendant and the public have the right to a dignified, inspiring and open court process.
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Lead architect Greg Porter of Hollis + Miller Architects said many factors are considered when designing a new school, including how to create inspiring spaces for kids to learn.
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Tears in my eyes watching @Petra_Kvitova winning her first come back match at RG so emotional and inspiring.
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So lasso your geeky girlfriends together and grab your tickets to this celebration of one of the most enduring and inspiring characters ever created.
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For anyone interested in the edge of science, this video is both entertaining and inspiring.
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First Known Use of inspiring
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INSPIRING Defined for English Language Learners
inspiring
playDefinition of inspiring for English Language Learners
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: causing people to want to do or create something or to lead better lives
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