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nudge

noun as in bump

verb as in bump, elbow

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Scotland pulled ahead once again after Lawrence Shankland nudged a corner kick into the net, but Denmark fought back until it was 2-2 with 10 minutes remaining.

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I nudge Autumn and jab a finger in Woo’s direction.

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After a nudge from Mrs. Clarke, Alexander now offered his kaleidoscope, but Lady Constance waved it away without even looking at the glorious display within.

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“Lumawoo likes pillow?” she nudged, for Penelope was still staring wordlessly at her gift.

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After the pudding was served, and with only a tiny nudge from his governess, Beowulf stood up.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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