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as in motivation
something that arouses action or activity
She traveled cross-country seeking inspiration for her next book. He credits his mother as his inspiration for becoming a social worker.
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as in creativity
the ability to form mental images of things that either are not physically present or have never been conceived or created by others
They were a group of young artists filled with inspiration.
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as in uplift
a feeling of ease from grief or trouble
The return of summer brought with it a new sense of inspiration.
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Recent Examples of inspiration
More summer pants inspiration from $8, below.
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Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
The box design itself also draws inspiration from Kubrick’s own meticulous physical archives.
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Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
22 June 2026
Manilow said Davis was an inspiration to him and to everyone in the music business.
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CBS News,
22 June 2026
What was the inspiration for the red carpet theme?
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Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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Izzy Baskette,
PEOPLE,
22 June 2026
The box design itself also draws inspiration from Kubrick’s own meticulous physical archives.
—
Ryan Lattanzio,
IndieWire,
22 June 2026
Manilow said Davis was an inspiration to him and to everyone in the music business.
—
CBS News,
22 June 2026
What was the inspiration for the red carpet theme?
—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspiration
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Research from Hilton found that 56% of global travelers cite rest and recharge as their number one motivation for leisure travel in 2026.
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Gendreau says other common signs of deficiency include muscle weakness, low motivation, and low energy.
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Your creativity is eager and focused as the Sagittarius moon coordinates with Saturn.
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Produced by Milos-Films and shot at Hélium Films’ studios in Switzerland’s Lausanne, the short follows three handcrafted monkeys who transform a cold animation studio into a vibrant jungle through creativity, collaboration and resourcefulness.
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The biggest uplift in defence spending since the Cold War.
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Research finds that campaigns that allocate 25% of total media spend to audio deliver the strongest uplift, with an overall campaign return on investment that is 9% higher than campaigns without audio in the mix.
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To his family, Clive was Dad and Granddaddy, the steady presence at the center of our lives, the source of wisdom, strength, encouragement, and unconditional love.
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Moreover, what moves women forward is action rather than encouragement.
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There’s a certain elegance and sophistication to rooftop bars and restaurants captured in the American imagination.
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His themes are learned; his settings numerous and far-flung; his imagination apocalyptic, but very, very funny.
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The chili brings the comfort-food feel, while the red link gives it a little more kick and personality than your regular dog.
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Plus, the 100 percent cotton fabric provides cooling comfort and airflow, while remaining luxuriously soft and cozy.
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The analysts said recent talks between Japan and the Philippines over overlapping claims in their exclusive economic zones east of Taiwan may have been the impetus for the MSA mission east of Tawain.
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The impetus behind launching its agentic commerce platform lies in the changes in how consumers shop.
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The United Way of Broome County also launched an emergency relief fund for victims of the fire that has raised tens of thousands of dollars in donations.
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Seapuri's Scalpy Bubble Tonic is a lightweight foam that delivers a cooling burst of relief thanks to a soothing blend of cica, panthenol, and menthol, while salicylic acid helps dissolve excess oil, flakes, and residue that can leave the scalp feeling congested.
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“Inspiration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspiration. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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