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
The union’s chief negotiator urged Newsom and the state’s other leaders to include a raise for SEIU Local 1000 employees in light of the state’s relatively strong budget.
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William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Democratic campaign committees also urged the Supreme Court to uphold the caps.
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Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Protest leaders set a June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, blaming them for unemployment, crime and drugs, even as President Cyril Ramaphosa urged calm and insisted only authorities enforce laws.
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Michelle Gumede,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The Ghana Meteorological Agency urged locals to prepare for more rain this week in Accra.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
Nearly a century ago, President Roosevelt urged Americans to build the military infrastructure needed to preserve our democratic ideals during a time of profound global crisis.
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Marc Andersen,
Fortune,
30 June 2026
In the past, Warsh has argued that the balance sheet is too large and has urged the Fed to move over time to a smaller, simpler structure.
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Bill English,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
On Tuesday, June 30, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged gasoline retailers to lower prices.
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Mike Snider,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Anyone with information about missing persons is urged to contact 911 or the TIPS Hotline at (816) 474-8477.
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Emily Harter,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
1 July 2026
Democratic campaign committees also urged the Supreme Court to uphold the caps.
—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
30 June 2026
Protest leaders set a June 30 deadline for undocumented migrants to leave, blaming them for unemployment, crime and drugs, even as President Cyril Ramaphosa urged calm and insisted only authorities enforce laws.
—
Michelle Gumede,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2026
The Ghana Meteorological Agency urged locals to prepare for more rain this week in Accra.
—
ABC News,
30 June 2026
Nearly a century ago, President Roosevelt urged Americans to build the military infrastructure needed to preserve our democratic ideals during a time of profound global crisis.
—
Marc Andersen,
Fortune,
30 June 2026
In the past, Warsh has argued that the balance sheet is too large and has urged the Fed to move over time to a smaller, simpler structure.
—
Bill English,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
On Tuesday, June 30, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged gasoline retailers to lower prices.
—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
Anyone with information about missing persons is urged to contact 911 or the TIPS Hotline at (816) 474-8477.
—
Emily Harter,
Kansas City Star,
26 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for urged
encouraged
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Customers are encouraged to check online to confirm hours for their nearest store.
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Businesses can also partner with the nonprofit, while current and retired officers in need are encouraged to reach out directly for help.
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“Urged.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/urged. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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