inspire
verb (used with object)
to fill with an animating, quickening, or exalting influence.
inspires
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present tense formof inspire (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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"When you are inspired by kindness I think it inspires you to do something with kindness."
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2026
The segment ends on a starkly moving note when a visit to the Anne Frank House inspires an unexpected epiphany.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
It’s a hard skill to teach, but he hopes this new season of “Struggle Meals” inspires people to use their leftover ingredients in interesting and creative ways.
From Salon ● Jul. 2, 2026
The filmmaker behind ‘Pig’ and ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’ inspires riskiness from actors.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 18, 2026
The sort of day that inspires confidence in the state of the world.
From "Beauty Queens" by Libba Bray
