urge
verb (used with object)
to push or force along; impel with force or vigor.
urging
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present participleof urge.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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"Maybe it will take a massive, Chernobyl-scale disaster to get governments to act," Russell said, urging them to establish a licensing regime for AI, as exists with aviation, medicine or water supply.
From Barron's ● Sep. 11, 2026
Analysts are uncertain over whether there are more to come, but are urging people who need to find a new deal to act now.
From BBC ● Sep. 8, 2026
Tokushige is also urging Japan’s defense ministry to require domestic production of key drone components, mirroring U.S. procurement rules requiring 65% local content for many federally purchased manufactured products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
Minsker is leading a group of criminal justice advocates, faith organizations, prosecutors, murder victim family members and others urging Newsom to commute every death sentence in California before he leaves office.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 8, 2026
Fischer began receiving thousands of letters and cables urging him to continue the match, and Henry Kissinger called him once again, this time from California, to appeal to his patriotism.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
