as in to inspire
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
presented her with an inspirational book to chirk her up during her prolonged hospitalization
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The smells that inspire the fragrance mastermind at Hermès By Linda Wells Photo-Illustration: Chop Choppish Shop Read On Machine-Head Slumber Party New cutting-edge earbuds block noise and lull you to sleep.—
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The haunted house, inspired by the iconic 80s horror film of the same name, first featured at the annual mecca for horror fans in 2018.—
Simon Thompson,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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In addition to the sheer number of users on the platform, YouTube’s algorithm encourages the viewing of additional video podcasts, which also helps the numbers.—
Caitlin Huston,
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5 Aug. 2025
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Health officials encouraged residents to educate themselves of the potential risks associated with consumption of raw milk.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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“Chirk (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chirk%20%28up%29. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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