nudge
1 of 2verb/nʌdʒ/
Forms:nudges,nudging,nudged,nudged
1
to gently push or prod someone or something, often to get attention or suggest a course of action
transitive- He discreetly nudged his friend to share a private joke during the meeting.
- Right now, he is nudging his colleague to point out an interesting detail in the presentation.
- Yesterday, she discreetly nudged him to remind him of their lunch appointment.
- During the concert, the enthusiastic fans nudged each other whenever their favorite song started playing.
- The dog affectionately nudged its owner's hand, seeking attention and a possible treat.
2
to gently encourage or steer someone or something toward a certain direction or action
transitive- He nudged the project in a new direction to better meet their goals.
- He nudged the conversation towards a more positive topic.
- The guide nudged the hikers toward the safest path down the mountain.
- The teacher nudged the students toward thinking more critically about the topic.