the urge

Example Sentences

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Resisting the urge to chase the stock is the prudent move.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Both resisted the urge to panic and swim against the current, instead opting to float and await rescue as was taught to them by their father years before at their local swimming pool.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Resist the urge to put property in your son’s name.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 18, 2026

One can sympathize with the urge of these young, educated workers to rebel against their situations.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

I felt the urge to run for the train station and climb onto the next locomotive headed for Chemung County.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan