urge
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Allowed to innovate, to make battlefield adjustments, and to resist the urge to abandon strong defensive positions, they have imposed devastating casualties on the Russians, who are seriously wanting in tactical agility.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
According to the team, both taste preferences and long-standing habits may drive the urge to add salt.
From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026
“We are going to fund immigration enforcement and border patrol, and I urge my Republican colleagues to stay united on that singular mission,” Moreno said.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026
The UK prime minister has written the broadcaster to "strongly urge you to reconsider" a decision to make the final available to subscribers only.
From BBC • May 23, 2026
Akira squeezed Dodger’s sides to urge him forward, but he wouldn’t budge.
From "Two Degrees" by Alan Gratz
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