Another word for prodding is poking.
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If you are talking about poking or prodding, then yes it is.
John's reaction to the prodding is he is reluctant to go. He understands that he probably should go, but he does not want to get personally involved with the activity. He wants to think this through first.
Initiative to undertake or continue a task or activity withoutanother's prodding or supervision.
No, it is used for defense, prodding offspring, digging and other purposes.
To 'prod along' means 1) to take a long, long time to do something, as in 'He was prodding along with the chores', and 2) to walk very slowly. Do NOT confuse prodding along with strolling. lf you do not know what strolling means, look it up.
By poking, prodding, analyzing rock, testing hypothesis. The scientific method.
By poking, prodding, analyzing rock, testing hypotheses. The scientific method.
Jack's purpose in poking and prodding the twins with his spear is to establish dominance and control over them. By using his spear as a tool of intimidation and power, Jack asserts his authority and instills fear in the twins to show that he is in charge and they must obey him.
He is reluctant to go. He understands that he probably should go, but he does not want to get personally involved with the activity. He wants to think this through first.
they usually sit on the court and study the ball for hours, similar to cavemen prodding a dead animal.