as in inspires
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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SciAm always educates and delights me, and inspires a sense of awe for our vast, beautiful universe.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
16 June 2026 -
Someone who inspires me with her big, beautiful heart.—
Janelle Ash,
FOXNews.com,
16 June 2026
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Friendly debates about which building goes where, naming favorite pieces, and telling the stories behind each item encourages connection.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
11 Dec. 2025
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After all, this adventurous transit encourages us to zoom out and consider the bigger picture.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Chirks (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chirks%20%28up%29. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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