Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for motived
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Labour won a huge majority in Parliament but was backed by only 34% of voters — and many of those appeared motivated by anger at the Conservatives rather than enthusiasm for Labour.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 June 2026 -
Separate research has found that the COVID pandemic may have motivated people to re-evaluate their life priorities, leading them to choose to work fewer hours.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
21 June 2026
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But, expecting parents who are soccer fans can draw inspiration from the beautiful game with a gorgeous baby name inspired by the sport’s past and present stars.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
20 June 2026
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And developers plan to call the green square in the heart of the area, inspired by the floor plan of the bathhouse complex, Thermenplein.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
20 June 2026
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Hordes of soccer fans wearing Mexico and South Korea jerseys were walking down Olympic Boulevard energized but not alarmed in any way.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The crowd remained energized long after the match ended, reflecting the tournament atmosphere that has spread well beyond the stadium.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
19 June 2026
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Because the researchers induced boredom before measuring creativity, the findings suggest a causal effect rather than a simple association.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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She was induced into a coma in early May, after being hospitalized for emergency intestinal surgery.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Once activated, this anti-nausea band releases a specific pattern of pulses that stimulate the median nerve under the skin.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Get complimentary subscriptions to Apple TV and Apple Music for a minimum of one year when activated by June 22, 2027, a value of $288 annually.—
Jason Stauffer,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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Rushing’s reactions steadily grew more animated, on the field and in the dugout.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Fox‘s new offer to advertisers may get Madison Avenue a little animated.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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“Motived.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motived. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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