verb as in strong fondness

Strongest matches

goad, coach, urge

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Example Sentences

Example:He was goaded into finishing the project ahead of schedule.

Definition:Prompt or encourage someone to act or do something by annoying or irritating.

From goad

Example:The coach was working closely with the athletes to coach them to victory.

Definition:Systematically train or guide someone to improve their skills.

From coach

Example:The manager urged the team to play with more aggression.

Definition:Encourage or push someone to take action by persuasion or insistence.

From urge