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goad

[gohd] / goʊd /




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The economy lacks other spurs to goad it into faster growth.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 9, 2026

However, “markets typically test those levels to goad the MOF into action,” the analyst adds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Tommy Lasorda had to goad Hershiser into becoming a bulldog.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2025

As they goad each other, they act pettily and childishly but is also great fun to watch the superb actors go toe-to-toe.

From Salon • Nov. 10, 2024

And that may be precisely what Lord Tywin wants, Ned thought to himself, to bleed off strength from River- run, goad the boy into scattering his swords.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin




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