prodding in a sentence

v., n.

Definition

Prodding refers to the act of urging or encouraging someone to take action or express their thoughts.

She kept prodding him to share his thoughts on the matter.
The teacher was prodding her students to think critically about the topic.
After several hours of prodding, he finally agreed to join us for dinner.
Prodding the stubborn horse with a stick proved to be ineffective.
He felt a sense of annoyance at her constant prodding for details he wasn't ready to share.