the urge

Example Sentences

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He doesn’t abandon art, but he can’t summon the urge to sell himself or his work, to graft his joy in making things onto the caprices of the marketplace.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

Allowed to innovate, to make battlefield adjustments, and to resist the urge to abandon strong defensive positions, they have imposed devastating casualties on the Russians, who are seriously wanting in tactical agility.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

According to the team, both taste preferences and long-standing habits may drive the urge to add salt.

From Science Daily • Jun. 4, 2026

Resisting the urge to chase the stock is the prudent move.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

I resist the urge to roll my eyes.

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day