Nag and Take

Nag

Nag verb - To express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely.
Usage example: if all you can do is nag, then you are of no use to this organization at all

Take is an antonym for nag.

Take

Take verb - To reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms.

Nag is an antonym for take.

Nearby Words: taking, taken, taker

Common collocations

hand nag hand take hand
way nag way take way

Both words in one sentence

  • While not exactly forced, but it will nag you until you do it, is the "Take a tour of Windows XP" pop-up in the notification area.
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