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to urge
01
to persistently try to motivate or support someone, particularly to pursue their goals
Ditransitive: to urge sb to do sth
Examples
The teacher urged her students to explore their passions and pursue their interests with determination.
Despite facing setbacks, his friends urged him to keep working towards his dream.
02
to push or make someone or something to move in a specific direction
Transitive: to urge sb/sth to a direction | to urge sb/sth somewhere
Examples
The strong winds urged the sailboat forward across the open sea.
The currents of the river urged the raft downstream, making paddling difficult.
03
to strongly recommend something
Transitive: to urge an action or attitude
Examples
The safety inspector urged caution when handling hazardous materials in the workplace.
The counselor urged communication in resolving conflicts between family members.
04
to try to make someone do something in a forceful or persistent manner
Ditransitive: to urge sb to do sth
Examples
The teacher urged the students to complete their assignments on time.
The campaign organizers urged citizens to vote.
Urge
01
a powerful feeling prompting someone to act or respond
Examples
She felt an urge to call her old friend.
The urge to explore the city was irresistible.
02
a natural, often unconscious drive or instinct guiding behavior
Examples
The puppy followed its urge to chase the ball.
Humans have an urge to seek social connections.
Lexical Tree
urgency
urgent
urging
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