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was goading
  • past progressive of goad.

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But it said the resilience of incoming U.S. economic numbers was goading the Fed to tighten harder to get across inflation, and upping the risks of recession and also to financial stability.

From Reuters • Oct. 12, 2022

But inside eBay, Mr. Wymer was goading the harassment on.

From New York Times • Sep. 26, 2020

He was goading a friend: “Bet you can’t make that.”

From New York Times • Jul. 11, 2013

She was goading her mind for a way to reach Teevan.

From Ewing\'s Lady by Wilson, Harry Leon

He had used all the shells in his rifle and now with hand and spur was goading his horse.

From The U. P. Trail by Grey, Zane