1
as in to brush
to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing
accidentally nudged me as they squeezed past
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2
as in to urge
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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Recent Examples of nudge
Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The outlook for food prices a year from now nudged up to 5.2%, its highest since May 2024, and was at 7.2% for rent, an increase of half a point.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
Congressional Republicans balk at tariffs Republican lawmakers were desperate to see Trump at least nudge the brakes and calm the markets.
—Sareen Habeshian, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
This season, filmed mostly on the Thai island of Ko Samui, used the new setting to nudge its characters toward pursuits beyond the flesh.
—Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 7 Apr. 2025
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Now, Gaga and Mars move ahead, nudging Styles’ massive solo win into third place on the all-time list.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025
The outlook for food prices a year from now nudged up to 5.2%, its highest since May 2024, and was at 7.2% for rent, an increase of half a point.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 14 Apr. 2025
Congressional Republicans balk at tariffs Republican lawmakers were desperate to see Trump at least nudge the brakes and calm the markets.
—Sareen Habeshian, Axios, 9 Apr. 2025
This season, filmed mostly on the Thai island of Ko Samui, used the new setting to nudge its characters toward pursuits beyond the flesh.
—Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 7 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nudge
Verb
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For example, brush your teeth with the opposite hand, take a new route to work or order a new dish.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Once released, the curls are gently brushed out for a soft, voluminous effect, and sealed into place with a setting spray.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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State, county and local law enforcement were investigating the shooting that took place early April 27, and anyone with photos, videos or other information was urged to contact police.—
John Bacon,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Commissioner Cox urged any witnesses of the crash to contact the Boston Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 617-343-4470.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
28 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Public land advocates are hopeful that the current push will flounder.—
Chris D'Angelo,
Vox,
2 May 2025
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Doncic and James didn’t form the overwhelmingly dominant duo some expected, but their synergy was effective enough, positioning Los Angeles for a strong playoff push.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2025
Verb
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After the buzzer sounded, Pope ran over to hug his wife, Lee Anne, and kissed his daughters near the bench before running off to a TV interview.—
Jesse Temple,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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In the video, baby Sofia can be seen giggling in her bouncer as Ree sings, plays and tickles her, as well as kissing the happy infant, who looks cute in a floral sleeper.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
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To achieve those, leaders should consider creating cultures that encourage workers to take breaks, set boundaries, and focus their energies on outcomes.—
Adia Harvey Wingfield,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Valencia said the seeds encourage rodents to enter the stadium and that the machines required to clean up the shells were causing noise pollution for those living close to their Mestalla stadium.—
Colin Millar,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
Noun
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But this Ron Howard was an alternate universe version of Ron Howard, who instead of being notoriously nice, is sort of a jerk.—
Esther Zuckerman,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2025
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Someone actually just said to me that all the men in the book are jerks.—
Gal Beckerman,
The Atlantic,
7 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Others, mainly the vegetables, feel more touched by Clark’s taste and experiences as a chef.—
Wilder Davies,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
2 May 2025
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The Warriors were so out of sorts that there were possessions when Curry and Butler were on the floor together and didn’t touch the ball before a shot was taken.—
Jerry McDonald,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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“Nudge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nudge. Accessed 7 May. 2025.
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