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goad

verbliterário/ɐɣiˈʎaɾ/low

a·gui·lhar

Definition

To goad or prick with a goad; to incite, stimulate.
He goaded the oxen to move faster.
Her criticism goaded him into action.

Etymology

De 'aguilhão' (antiga forma de 'aguilhão') + sufixo '-ar'.

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