as in to encourage
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
the public service announcement urges pet owners to spay or neuter their pets
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as in desire
a strong wish for something
I'm trying to resist the urge to eat another piece of cake
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Recent Examples of urge
Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 20 May 2026
Attorneys for victims and their families had urged Bredar to preserve the current schedule for the civil trial.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Resist the urge to add more water if it's not needed.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
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Verb
Prior to the vote, the council was sent a letter reportedly signed by over 400 people urging councilors to reject DeMore’s nomination.
—Tim Dunn, Boston Herald, 20 May 2026
Attorneys for victims and their families had urged Bredar to preserve the current schedule for the civil trial.
—ABC News, 20 May 2026
Noun
With the arrival of longer days and warmer air comes a natural urge to refresh the home.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 16 May 2026
Resist the urge to add more water if it's not needed.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for urge
Verb
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The sleek black straps instantly make the Birkenstock Arizona Softbed Birk-flo Sandals feel a little more sleek, while the roomy design encourages a more natural stride during long sightseeing days.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
22 May 2026
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Customer loyalty programs can be powerful tools for encouraging repeat business, deepening customer relationships and giving brands a more direct way to stay connected with their audiences.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
Noun
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This sentiment aligns with Aries' desire to win in all areas of life.—
Lisa Stardust,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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Marketers, in particular, have boatloads of insight into the diverse desires and habits of target audiences.—
Alex Cooper,
Fortune,
16 May 2026
Noun
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What used to be a niche craving has evolved into a mainstream flavor trend, fueled by social media curiosity and brands experimenting with sour, salty profiles.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
16 May 2026
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Media companies, meanwhile, have adjusted to satiate short-form cravings, too.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
15 May 2026
Noun
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The resulting songs span themes of love, heartbreak, longing, and loss.—
Angelica Frey,
JSTOR Daily,
22 May 2026
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With lots of free time, a longing for connection and no new Survivor seasons in sight, fans jumped at the chance to connect with other viewers and test their wits.—
Charlotte Walsh,
PEOPLE,
20 May 2026
Noun
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The common thread here is everyone has a thirst for unique experiences and adventure, exactly what Ultima Oasis affords you.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 May 2026
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Mild dehydration often shows up as fatigue before thirst registers.—
Allison Palmer,
Charlotte Observer,
19 May 2026
Noun
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The 28-year-old takes responsibility, and her competitive hunger drives her.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
21 May 2026
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The diversity of hormone function, from milk to mood, hunger to height, does not occur through the action of any single part of our anatomy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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“Urge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/urge. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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