nudging

Example Sentences

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Adam removed the roots and tree at the arborist’s nudging, and yet even that responsible act did not appease his neighbor.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

And behind the scenes, Chinese officials have been gently nudging their Iranian counterparts towards the negotiation table.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

—European indexes were largely higher at the open, with the Europe-wide Stoxx 600 nudging up 0.1% after sliding sharply Monday.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Maybe that means more nudging from the car to ensure compliance.

From Barron's • May 3, 2026

My eyes widen and I reach out, nudging her parents awake, and we all stand, studying their faces anxiously.

From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott