How to Use inspire in a Sentence
inspire
verb- The news inspired hope that the war might end soon.
- Her courage has inspired us.
- Her first novel was inspired by her early childhood.
- His discoveries inspired a whole new line of scientific research.
- He inspired generations of future scientists.
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The moon’s clash with Mars inspires you to throw caution to the wind.
—USA TODAY, 10 May 2023
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Keep scrolling to shop more styles inspired by the star now.
—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 23 May 2024
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Our premise was that hope was the best way to inspire action.
—Rachel Goslins, Smithsonian Magazine, 16 Sep. 2022
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People who get things done will inspire you to do the same.
—Svetlana Whitener, Forbes, 17 May 2022
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May the Ramadan nights inspire you to shine your light bright!
—Manal Aman, Woman's Day, 25 Jan. 2023
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Greeting her at the outset of the call might inspire her to move along.
—Amy Dickinson, Detroit Free Press, 18 Sep. 2022
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Greeting her at the outset of the call might inspire her to move along.
—Amy Dickinson, Washington Post, 18 Sep. 2022
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Greeting her at the outset of the call might inspire her to move along.
—Amy Dickinson, oregonlive, 18 Sep. 2022
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Greeting her at the outset of the call might inspire her to move along.
—Amy Dickinson, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2022
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Greeting her at the outset of the call might inspire her to move along.
—Amy Dickinson, cleveland, 18 Sep. 2022
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Read on for more long-sleeve maxi styles inspired by Oprah.
—Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 29 Feb. 2024
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The podcast even inspired them to build a cold-plunge pool in their backyard.
—Jamie Ducharme, Time, 28 June 2023
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The next day it can be inspired by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan.
—Ryan Reed, SPIN, 10 May 2024
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Lastly, who are the women who inspire you the most right now?
—Krystyna Chavez, Glamour, 23 Feb. 2023
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Van Halen were the new kings, soon to inspire the next wave of successful hard rock bands.
—Matt Wake | Mwake@al.com, al, 27 Feb. 2023
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Let the lunar new year inspire you to embrace a fresh start.
—Woman's Day, 22 Dec. 2022
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Watnick hopes this taste of couture will inspire them to hit the books.
—Janelle Okwodu, Vogue, 10 Nov. 2022
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The pieces most dear to the designer are those inspired by her 1980s childhood.
—Caitie Kelly, New York Times, 26 Oct. 2023
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The drink is not for breakfast, it’s inspired by breakfast.
—Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2023
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Keep scrolling to shop more jackets, pants, and bags inspired by Salma Hayek now.
—Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
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While the series is inspired by the father and son, the end result is a mic of truth and fiction.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 30 Mar. 2023
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The same fitness space that can inspire some folks to push to PRs can make others not even want to step through the doors.
—Christa Sgobba, SELF, 28 Dec. 2024
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Kennedy’s speech has helped inspire decades of research at NASA.
—Bret Baier, Fox News, 13 June 2024
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The strategies presented challenge the status quo and inspire leaders to build enduring legacies.
—John Hall, Forbes.com, 20 Apr. 2025
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The evening’s dress code is Tailored for You, which will hopefully inspire celebrities to push the boundaries of tailored menswear and embrace the opportunity to highlight Black designers.
—Whitney Perry, Glamour, 2 May 2025
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