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to prod
01
to stimulate or encourage someone to take action
Examples
The coach tried to prod the team into giving their best effort during the intense match.
02
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
Examples
She had to prod her sleepy friend repeatedly to wake him up in time for the meeting.
Prod
01
a sharp implement used for poking or urging
Examples
The farmer carried a prod to move the livestock.
02
a prompt or encouragement to act
Examples
Her question was a gentle prod to get him thinking.
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