eggs (on)

verb

present tense third-person singular of egg (on)
as in urges
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action though exhausted, I was egged on by spectators to finish the marathon

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  1. urges
  2. encourages
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  • The Coalition urges Congress to ensure that Tiered Standard payments count for PSLF, allowing more public servants access to forgiveness.
    — Adam S. Minsky, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The brand urges customers to think of drinking its products as a wellness ritual that’s meant to be enjoyed.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026
Definition of urges
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  • The adolescent’s ability to use their phone to access social media and continuous news, interact with artificial intelligence and play games often broadens their perspectives and encourages individual creativity.
    — Elizabeth Dowdell, Fortune, 15 July 2026
  • The framework encourages avoiding tobacco, staying physically active, getting sufficient sleep and eating a nutritious diet built around fruits, vegetables, lean protein, nuts, seeds and healthy fats like olive oil.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
Definition of encourages
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