urge

Definition

  • verb: to ask people to do or support (something) in a way that shows that you believe it is very important
  • verb: to present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly

Examples

  • I wanted to quit but she 'urged' me 'on'.

  • The rescuers 'urged' that we remain calm.

  • A hand on her back 'urged' her forward.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) There he is, doctor Calico! Any luck getting our guest to spill his guts? Daddy! You're beginning to urge me profesor, I'm urged. And that will not do. As the package arrived... ...I think it might make our dear friend a bit more communicative. I'm sending an agent to pick it up. (..)
    2008 Bolt