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goad

/ɡoʊd/

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noun
a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
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prod

type of:
device
verb
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
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prick

type of:
jab stab
verb
give heart or courage to
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spur

type of:
encourage
noun
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
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goading prod prodding spur spurring urging

type of:
encouragement
verb
annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism
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needle

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verb
urge with or as if with a goad
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incite prod egg on

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