1
as in kisses
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
accidentally nudged me as they squeezed past
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as in urges
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
the car salesman nudged me into taking a test-drive, even though I had said that I was just looking
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Another sweet family photo shows Dorfman holding Harper while Hart kisses his wife on the forehead.—
Emma Aerin Becker,
People.com,
23 Dec. 2024 -
The walls of the lofty space are wrapped in a Mondrian-like fabric that pays homage to the preeminent Dutch artist, while illuminated concrete lip sculptures on the walls make explicit reference to the French eatery’s name, which means kisses.—
Charlotte Collins,
Architectural Digest,
17 Dec. 2024
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Experience urges two measures of caution for every one of hope.—
Nick Danby,
National Review,
20 Dec. 2024
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Morrison’s commentary urges us to realize that liberation from white supremacist, patriarchal constructs isn’t possible through enrollment in yet another white supremacist, patriarchal construct.—
Akilah Sailers,
Essence,
19 Dec. 2024
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By prioritizing active listening, leaders can cultivate a more inclusive work environment that encourages diverse viewpoints and strengthens outcomes.—
Michael Horowitz,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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Rather than focusing solely on practicality, fearless positivity encourages prioritizing possibilities over limitations.—
Amy Blankson,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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“Nudges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nudges. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.
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