Example Sentences

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She also hopes this new work will inspire future generations of artists, and plans to bring her ArtCenter students to see the installation once it’s open.

From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026

He, like other mothers and fathers here, hopes this tragedy will inspire change nationwide when it comes to gun violence.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

Perhaps this firing was a brilliant maneuver which will inspire a surge into contention.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

And while there is no active draft now, perhaps the transition to automatic registration will inspire some young person to bring the legal challenge that this moment begs.

From Slate • Apr. 15, 2026

“Mrs. Lyles, I cannot thank you enough. You’ve literally saved the boy’s life. Your compassion will inspire him to be a better man. He truly is sorry.”

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin