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to prod
01
anregen, ermutigen
to stimulate or encourage someone to take action
Beispiele
The coach tried to prod the team into giving their best effort during the intense match.
Der Trainer versuchte, die Mannschaft anzutreiben, während des intensiven Spiels ihr Bestes zu geben.
The persistent parent continued to prod their child to finish their homework before bedtime.
Der beharrliche Elternteil fuhr fort, sein Kind anzutreiben, die Hausaufgaben vor dem Schlafengehen zu beenden.
02
stoßen, anregen
to jab or poke a person or thing with a finger, stick, or other pointed object to get their attention or make them do something
Beispiele
She had to prod her sleepy friend repeatedly to wake him up in time for the meeting.
Sie musste ihren schläfrigen Freund wiederholt anstupsen, um ihn rechtzeitig für das Treffen zu wecken.
The farmer used a stick to prod the stubborn cow into the barn.
Der Bauer benutzte einen Stock, um die störrische Kuh in den Stall zu stochern.
Prod
01
a sharp implement used for poking or urging
Beispiele
The farmer carried a prod to move the livestock.
The zookeeper used a prod to direct the animals safely.
02
a prompt or encouragement to act
Beispiele
Her question was a gentle prod to get him thinking.
He needed a prod to complete his homework on time.
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