as in encouraged
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action
the public service announcement urges pet owners to spay or neuter their pets
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Recent Examples of urged
Anyone with information is urged to call the Sacramento Police Department at (916) 808-5471 or Sacramento Valley Crime Stoppers at (916) 443-HELP (4357).
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Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Gettleman urged the government to find ways to reach a settlement that would enable ongoing access, consistent with what has historically been the regular practice.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Citizens Union, Reinvent Albany and the Brennan Center for Justice all urged that Blakeman be allowed to correct the minor matter.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
Anyone with information is also urged to contact the department directly.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
While the project is delayed, some CRTPO members urged NCDOT to continue listening to residents and rebuild trust.
—Desiree Mathurin
march 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Those who may have interacted with or had direct contact with a bat in those areas were urged to contact County Public Health Services as soon as possible at 619-692-8499.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The panel that issued the 2024 report, also urged the FAA to further study how alertness and fatigue are monitored — and underscored concerns that consolidating responsibilities can reduce safety margins at exactly the wrong time.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Oklahoma residents are urged to stay aware of their surroundings and take precautions.
—Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 26 Mar. 2026
Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Gettleman urged the government to find ways to reach a settlement that would enable ongoing access, consistent with what has historically been the regular practice.
—Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Citizens Union, Reinvent Albany and the Brennan Center for Justice all urged that Blakeman be allowed to correct the minor matter.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 2 Apr. 2026
Anyone with information is also urged to contact the department directly.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
While the project is delayed, some CRTPO members urged NCDOT to continue listening to residents and rebuild trust.
—Desiree Mathurin
march 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 Mar. 2026
Those who may have interacted with or had direct contact with a bat in those areas were urged to contact County Public Health Services as soon as possible at 619-692-8499.
—City News Service, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
The panel that issued the 2024 report, also urged the FAA to further study how alertness and fatigue are monitored — and underscored concerns that consolidating responsibilities can reduce safety margins at exactly the wrong time.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 26 Mar. 2026
Oklahoma residents are urged to stay aware of their surroundings and take precautions.
—Cheyenne Derksen, Oklahoman, 26 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for urged
encouraged
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Given the Hornets’ record attendance this season, prompt action is encouraged due to expected high demand.—
Roderick Boone,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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This spring, he was encouraged by regaining strength and bat speed.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
5 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Urged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/urged. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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