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causing people to want to do or create something; giving inspiration
an inspirational speaker Her courage is inspirational.
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Recent Examples of inspirational
The Gandalf Effect is when a leader embodies the kind of inspirational fire of an ancient wizard.
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Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 19 Jan. 2026
The film also was nominated for a Writers Guild Award for Best Original Screenplay and was named to American Film Institute as one of the 100 most inspirational movies of all time.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2026
His guitar playing was uniquely his own — deeply creative and inspirational.
—Alex Bailey, HollywoodReporter, 14 Jan. 2026
Adams asked fans last week to share with his biographer how his work may have been inspirational to others.
—Brian Niemietz, Boston Herald, 13 Jan. 2026
Every successful revolution requires both inspirational and organizational leadership.
—Karim Sadjadpour, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026
News co-host and his wife, inspirational author Lauren Scruggs Kennedy, paid in late 2018.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
Chiron may not be elegant, but its forward shift in your inspirational 5th house is a great reminder to put yourself out there and try.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
This documentary has the inspirational movie recipe memorized.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Jonny Thomson, Big Think, 19 Jan. 2026
The film also was nominated for a Writers Guild Award for Best Original Screenplay and was named to American Film Institute as one of the 100 most inspirational movies of all time.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 16 Jan. 2026
His guitar playing was uniquely his own — deeply creative and inspirational.
—Alex Bailey, HollywoodReporter, 14 Jan. 2026
Adams asked fans last week to share with his biographer how his work may have been inspirational to others.
—Brian Niemietz, Boston Herald, 13 Jan. 2026
Every successful revolution requires both inspirational and organizational leadership.
—Karim Sadjadpour, The Atlantic, 10 Jan. 2026
News co-host and his wife, inspirational author Lauren Scruggs Kennedy, paid in late 2018.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 5 Jan. 2026
Chiron may not be elegant, but its forward shift in your inspirational 5th house is a great reminder to put yourself out there and try.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 2 Jan. 2026
This documentary has the inspirational movie recipe memorized.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspirational
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This is about believing in a future that feels both inspiring and supportive.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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This inspiring annual gathering brings together survivors, advocates, medical leaders, and community partners to celebrate hope, progress, and the collective power driving change in the fight against breast cancer, according to a news release.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This impressive deal only applies to the six-piece set, which includes five compression packing cubes and one drawstring bag in select colors.—
Emily Belfiore,
Travel + Leisure,
9 Jan. 2026
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Joseph’s most recent work in Denver, however, happens to be some of the most impressive as the unit ranked second in total defense, third in scoring and in the top-ten against both the run and pass.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Others perceive the same uncertainty as a puzzle to be solved or an exciting variable in an otherwise predictable life.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
20 Jan. 2026
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The One Tree Hill star, 39, is expecting his first baby with wife Alex Weaver, sharing the exciting news with black-and-white photos on Instagram.—
Kayla Grant,
PEOPLE,
20 Jan. 2026
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Clothing with offensive language, political messaging, or provocative graphics can violate airline dress codes, which are designed to maintain passenger comfort and safety.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
12 Jan. 2026
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In 2024, Roberto De Zerbi had his own press conference moments at Brighton that seemed as provocative, if not more so, than anything Amorim or Enzo Maresca recently said.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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Here’s everything to know about Chris Robbins and his relationship with the motivational speaker.—
Ariana Quihuiz,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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Bowen agrees that Summerville duly answered Nuno’s motivational pleas.—
Roshane Thomas,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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“Inspirational.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspirational. Accessed 21 Jan. 2026.
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