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Goad
01
a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
02
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
to goad
01
to strategically and persistently encourage or stimulate someone
Transitive: to goad sb
Ditransitive: to goad sb to do sth
02
to irritate or provoke someone, typically through persistent criticism, taunts, or annoying behavior
Transitive: to goad sb
03
to drive or prod an animal, typically cattle or livestock, using a spiked stick or pointed instrument
Transitive: to goad animals
goad
n
Example
The self-help book was filled with strategies to goad individuals to overcome obstacles and achieve personal goals.
