inspire ·verb (ENCOURAGE)
Definition: to make someone feel that they want to do something and can do it Level: B2
学校的一位戏剧老师激励了萨姆成为一名演员。
A drama teacher at school had ___inspired Sam to become an actor.
这激励我终于写信给你，询问我是否有可能加入今年春天的绘画课程。
This has ___inspired me to finally write to you and ask if there is a possibility for me to join the painting course this spring.
教练的奉献精神激励了球员们永不放弃。
The coach's dedication ___inspired the players to never give up.