prodding

"You must do your homework before you can watch television."

"My stomach rumbled loudly during lunch break; I was very hungry. "

"The teacher gave a prompt to finish the paragraph before lunch. "

"I encouraged him during his race."

"The outside of the school building was painted a bright yellow. "

"Her stubbornness prevented her from admitting she was wrong, even when presented with evidence. "

"The contest was long, but the Romans finally conquered."

"The weekly staff meeting was meant to motivate employees."

"The mother spoke to her child gently, trying to calm him down. "

"Many students invite their parents to school events. "

"If you still feel unwell tomorrow, see your doctor."

"When the lovers were together, their cold indifference gave way to love and tenderness."