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inspire

[in-spahyuhr] / ɪnˈspaɪər /


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The performance of our forces should inspire confidence.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

And while there is no active draft now, perhaps the transition to automatic registration will inspire some young person to bring the legal challenge that this moment begs.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

Can the new veterans stay healthy enough to inspire the kids, who could include draft picks Ta’Niya Latson, Chance Gray and Amelia Hassett?

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

In the longer term, the war will undoubtedly inspire countries that have to import energy to redouble efforts to wean themselves off fossil fuels.

From Barron's • Apr. 14, 2026

In October 2001, he explained the concept in his letter to investors: “Ick investing means taking a special analytical interest in stocks that inspire a first reaction of ‘ick.’”

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis




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