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to prod
01
estimular, encorajar
to stimulate or encourage someone to take action
Exemplos
The coach tried to prod the team into giving their best effort during the intense match.
O treinador tentou estimular a equipe a dar o seu melhor esforço durante a partida intensa.
The persistent parent continued to prod their child to finish their homework before bedtime.
O pai persistente continuou a incentivar seu filho a terminar o dever de casa antes de dormir.
02
empurrar, estimular
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
Exemplos
She had to prod her sleepy friend repeatedly to wake him up in time for the meeting.
Ela teve que cutucar repetidamente seu amigo sonolento para acordá-lo a tempo para a reunião.
The farmer used a stick to prod the stubborn cow into the barn.
O agricultor usou uma vara para cutucar a vaca teimosa no celeiro.
Prod
01
a sharp implement used for poking or urging
Exemplos
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
Exemplos
Her question was a gentle prod to get him thinking.
He needed a prod to complete his homework on time.
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