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In an interview with the Independent in 2015, Pennington said watching Dench play Ophelia in a 1957 Hamlet production in London inspired him to go into the theatre.
From BBC • May 11, 2026
According to her team, the outfit was inspired by the famous cathedral's construction, with the dress intended to reflect both grandeur and craftsmanship.
From BBC • May 10, 2026
Wall Street is glomming on to yet another acronym inspired in part by Mexican cuisine.
From MarketWatch • May 9, 2026
“Kyle’s passion for motorsports inspired millions of people around the world and we will never forget what he has done to grow our beloved sport,” 1320Video wrote.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
The red clay from which he had fashioned pots and dishes inspired him to try his hand at making something just for its own sake, something beautiful.
From "Abel's Island" by William Steig
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