Example Sentences

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The Knicks are bidding to win their first Championship since 1973 and Karl-Anthony Towns said the fans have been inspiring their comebacks.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

The successful launch of the Artemis II mission on Wednesday and its translunar injection burn Thursday evening have been inspiring, with the smooth operations capping a two-decade effort.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

I think the last two games have been inspiring for Oregon State.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 20, 2016

It’s no wonder that the city’s five boroughs have been inspiring filmmakers since the 19th century.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2015

Curious to learn more, and knowing that only mischief could have been inspiring him, I sank into a thick robe on the floor and watched him.

From The Ape, the Idiot & Other People by Morrow, W. C.