motivate
verb (used with object)
motivating
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present participleof motivate.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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At campaign events in the Rio Grande Valley in September, several voters cited Hinojosa’s identity and approach to politics as a motivating factor.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2026
“If your focus is on the thing you want, then it’s more benign and more motivating if you recognize that,” Kim says.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
Hoang says a motivating factor for her film was to confront cultural norms.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 9, 2026
Koch, Inc. encourages this by motivating employees through incentives.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 12, 2026
The arts, however, can be used effectively to augment this method, motivating students and appealing to their innate artistry and humanity.
From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin
