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Goad on

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Motivating ActionPlay
Use 'goad on' when you want to describe someone pushing another to take action, especially with a sense of urgency. SlideThe crowd goaded the hesitant speaker on until he finally began his speech.
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Slight AggressionPlay
'Goad on' often implies a bit of aggression or annoyance; it's not just gentle encouragement. SlideHe felt goaded on by his friends' relentless teasing to take the dare.
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Emotional ConnotationPlay
Using 'goad on' can convey feelings of frustration or resistance from the person being urged. SlideShe goaded her brother on to confront the bully, despite his reluctance.