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

  • (..) forces that ruled our world A world where prey were... scared of predators. And predators had an uncontrollable... biological urge to maim, and maul, and... Blood! Blood! Blood! Back then, the world was divided in two. Vicious predator, or meek prey. But over time, we evolved, (..)
    2016 Zootopia
  • (..) - All right. Jerry, are you aware that adult diapers are a $-million-a-year industry? Maybe I should just go any time I get the urge, like you, wherever I am. There's too much urinary freedom in this society. I'm proud to hold it in. It builds character. - Is that it? - No. (..)
    1991 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Parking Garage Season: 3 Episode 6
  • (..) No, son. Now, listen. That's it! Come on, now, let's sing it! Whenyouget in trouble and you don't knowright from wrong Give a little whistle Give a little whistle Whenyou meet temptation andthe urge is verystrong Give a little whistle Give a little whistle Notjust a little squeak Puckerup andblow (..)
    1940 Pinocchio