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Urge on

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Used to boost someone's determination or confidence in completing a task. SlideThe crowd urged the runner on as he neared the finish line.
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Spoken words of encouragement are often how 'urge on' is expressed. SlideYou can do it! she urged him on.
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Typically used when someone needs a push to take action or continue doing something. SlideDespite his fatigue, his coach urged him on to finish the drill.