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as in encouraged
to fill with courage or strength of purpose
the rousing campaign speech inspired everyone to get out the vote
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as in elicited
to draw out (something hidden, latent, or reserved)
what inspired that comment?
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as in educated
to provide (someone) with moral or spiritual understanding
great works of visual art can inspire us in ways that the written word often cannot
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Recent Examples of inspired
Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Dazzle your crowd with a strawberry-lemonade inspired dessert that's made for sunny days.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
The answer was no (or at least, not yet), but exploring the issue inspired last week’s column about the return of skills-testing as part of an employer’s hiring process — presumably a better way to assess candidates.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Luxe materials are also a must to get an Art Deco–inspired look.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 3 Mar. 2026
Dazzle your crowd with a strawberry-lemonade inspired dessert that's made for sunny days.
—Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Mar. 2026
Verb
Pokémon was first developed by Tajiri Satoshi in Japan, inspired by his childhood hobby of bug collecting.
—Vanessa Yurkevich, CNN Money, 4 Apr. 2026
The answer was no (or at least, not yet), but exploring the issue inspired last week’s column about the return of skills-testing as part of an employer’s hiring process — presumably a better way to assess candidates.
—Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for inspired
Adjective
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Director Maria Patrice Amon has cast two talented local Latina actors in the play.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Current’s still one of the most talented teams in the league, boasting such USWNT veterans as Cooper, Sentnor and LaBonta, along with women who’ve played for other countries — Lorena and midfielder Rocky Rodriguez (Costa Rica), for instance.—
PJ Green
April 5,
Kansas City Star,
5 Apr. 2026
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Given the Hornets’ record attendance this season, prompt action is encouraged due to expected high demand.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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This spring, he was encouraged by regaining strength and bat speed.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
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The portable help pendant elicited an immediate response from every room in my single-story three-bedroom ranch and worked perfectly at distances of 100 too 400 feet while outside of my home.—
John R. Delaney,
PC Magazine,
6 Apr. 2026
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Those types of arguments have elicited salty responses from Huang, tech entrepreneur Adam Miller and conservative reality TV personality Spencer Pratt.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Apr. 2026
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The defense of the idea that children should be able to go to school and get educated and not indoctrinated.—
Kathryn Watson,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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Universities located in San Diego County have educated many scientists, engineers and doctors who went on to work for NASA, including one who is now in space.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Lori, who might be every bit as technically gifted as Julian, ekes out a living serving egg rolls in a food truck while sharing a walk-up loft with three other struggling painters.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Apr. 2026
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Other pieces from Elizabeth’s personal vault were gifted to fellow royals, including the late Princess Diana, Kate, Meghan Markle, and Sophie, Countess of Wessex, during her lifetime.—
Emily Kelleher,
InStyle,
8 Apr. 2026
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Elizabeth selected a fully sheer Zhivago gown that evoked early 2000s glamour.—
Hannah Malach,
InStyle,
2 Apr. 2026
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The past four years of UNC basketball, though, have evoked varying shades of disappointment.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Mar. 2026
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Unique attractions like the Hattiesburg Pocket Museum and the nearby Lucky Rabbit, a massive vintage store known for its creative displays, also attract visitors, Dorsey said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Rubin assembled a creative team to develop the Candy Hall of Fame, which will open in summer 2027, including designer Janet Planet and Broadway set designer David Korins.—
Brian J. Rogal,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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That money supports our more than 200,000 students through new scholarships, innovative programs and unique educational opportunities.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Apr. 2026
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And all thanks to some innovative use of AI.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Inspired.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inspired. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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