inspired
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The idea that black holes might connect distant regions of the cosmos — or even act as time machines — inspired countless papers, books and films.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
"So we're just really trying to get inspired by the technology, a bit like China did with the German car industry."
From Barron's • May 21, 2026
The 2026 theme is "Out of this World", with installations inspired by space travel, astrology and spiritual symbolism.
From BBC • May 20, 2026
I was also inspired by ‘The Jetsons,’ which I watched a lot growing up.”
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026
De Magnete had a direct influence on Galileo, who was inspired by the book to carry out his own investigations of magnetism, and who described Gilbert as the founder of the experimental method of science.
From "The Scientists" by John Gribbin
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