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urge not to



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The risks of harm to a developing baby from syphilis are so high that experts urge not to delay treatment, even by a day.

From Salon • Mar. 6, 2024

Let’s call it the drummer’s instinct: an urge not to lead the parade, but to be part of it — in rhythm with others, creating something together that no one could alone.

From Washington Post • Jan. 10, 2020

True, on the eve of the invasion of Iraq, a striking number of Americans had the urge not to go to war.

From Salon • Sep. 8, 2019

All human progress can be traced back to the urge not to have to sleep on the ground with ear beetles.

From Slate • Sep. 19, 2014

The wailing was so loud that Penelope had to fight the urge not to cover her ears.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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