Goad and Jab

Goad

Goad verb - To urge or push forward with or as if with a pointed object.
Usage example: goading the horse forward into the stall

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

Nearby Words: goaded, goading

Jab

Jab verb - To penetrate or hold (something) with a pointed object.
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Synonyms for Jab

Goad and jab are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Goad" instead a verb "Jab".

Common collocations

player goad player jab player
opponents goad opponents jab opponents
enemies goad enemies jab enemies
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