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noun • a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something • any sharply pointed projection • tubular extension at the base of the corolla in some flowers • a sharp prod fixed to a rider's heel and used to urge a horse onward • a railway line connected to a trunk line verb • incite or stimulate • give heart or courage to • strike with a spur • goad with spurs • equip with spurs | ||||
| 26% | 6 | Encourage | ||
verb • influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering | ||||
| 26% | 4 | Encourage | ||
noun • a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion • a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something verb • give heart or courage to • urge with or as if with a goad • stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick • annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism | ||||
Encourage With On
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SPUR which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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Updated: October 7, 2025
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