Bug and Goad

Bug

Bug verb - To disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts.

Goad and bug are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Goad" instead a verb "Bug".

Goad

Goad verb - To try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action.

Bug and goad are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Bug" instead a verb "Goad".

Nearby Words: goaded, goading

Common collocations

hero bug hero goad hero
rest bug rest goad rest
boss bug boss goad boss
player bug player goad player
Other words: protagonist, superman.
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