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spurring

/ˈspɜːrɪŋ/ /ˈspɝːɪŋ/

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verb

To ask, to inquire

Examples :

"The librarian was spurring students to share their favorite books during the reading club meeting. "

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verb

To prod (especially a horse) on the side or flank, with the intent to urge motion or haste, to gig.

Examples :

"The coach was spurring the runners on with shouts of encouragement as they approached the finish line. "

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verb

To urge or encourage to action, or to a more vigorous pursuit of an object

Examples :

"The coach's pep talk was spurring the team on to play harder in the second half. "

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verb

To put spurs on.

Examples :

"to spur boots"

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verb

To press forward; to travel in great haste.

Examples :

"The approaching deadline for the project spurred the team to work late into the night. "

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noun

An application of the spurs to a horse.

Examples :

"The jockey's spurring was gentle, encouraging the horse to run faster. "

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