motivating
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It’s a tough loss, but she’s also motivating me because her story is one that other people should not have to go through.
From Salon • Apr. 27, 2026
Bravo is fortunate he’s seen Dodger broadcasts mentioning Koufax at the stadium and on TV, motivating him to learn more, which led to seeing his windup on YouTube.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 22, 2026
Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck discuss Emily’s piece about “dumb money” moving into more sophisticated trading markets—thanks to new crypto-driven platforms—and what’s motivating the trend.
From Slate • Apr. 11, 2026
"Seeing other dancers around me was really motivating," says Wilson Tay, who used the walkway for dance practice twice a week.
From BBC • Mar. 7, 2026
He later admitted that the game had a great effect in motivating him.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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Steven P. Jobs, 1955-2011: The New York Times Obituary
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