- present participle of inspire.
inspiring
Example Sentences
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Nearly half of the U.S. soccer players who made an inspiring run to the World Cup round of 16 are dual-nationals, embodying the American dream on the Fourth of July.
From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 5, 2026
Those paths to personal triumphs and finding purpose can be so beautiful and inspiring and deeply satisfying to watch unfold, that it’s easy to overlook the show’s flaws.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
"I think the effect that it will have in Canada and the inspiring of people will be immense," said Canada coach Jesse Marsch.
From Barron's • Jun. 29, 2026
For Indiana father Greg Wallace, his first CrimeCon is both exhausting and inspiring.
From BBC • Jun. 20, 2026
He’d carried the load admirably, inspiring people like Barack and Valerie to move out of the private sector and into community work and public service.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
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