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inspiration

[in-spuh-rey-shuhn] / ˌɪn spəˈreɪ ʃən /


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But if she is a delightful, gritty inspiration to some, Moses has always been an overrated “primitive” kept aloft by a winning backstory to others, including many art-world gatekeepers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

A love of space begun when he was a boy, and he cited the 1969 Moon landing as an inspiration.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

He’s indicating the power itself is an inspiration.

From Slate • Apr. 9, 2026

On multiple fronts, his dad has served as a source of inspiration.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

My eyes flitted around the chamber, seeking inspiration.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia




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