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verb

Definition of promptsnext
present tense third-person singular of prompt
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as in causes
to be the cause of (a situation, action, or state of mind) a misguided pride prompted the family to refuse all offers of help

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as in urges
to try to persuade (someone) through earnest appeals to follow a course of action prompted the reluctant performer onto the stage with loud cheers and whistles

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prompts

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noun

plural of prompt
as in instructions

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  1. urges
  2. instructions
  3. creates
  4. encourages
  5. reminders
  6. generates
  7. observations
  8. brings
Verb
  • Experience urges two measures of caution for every one of hope.
    Nick Danby, National Review, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Morrison’s commentary urges us to realize that liberation from white supremacist, patriarchal constructs isn’t possible through enrollment in yet another white supremacist, patriarchal construct.
    Akilah Sailers, Essence, 19 Dec. 2024
Definition of urges
Noun
  • When approached by an undercover FBI informant posing as somebody ideologically aligned, Hassan, in a series of messages over a period of several months, provided detailed instructions on how to carry out a mass casualty event targeting Jews.
    The Editors, National Review, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Creating seamless experiences with clear instructions, accessible support and a sense of accomplishment at the end all contribute to a positive interaction.
    Mallory Walsh, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of instructions
Verb
  • Decluttering creates space for focus and innovation.
    Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Whole Foods creates unique holiday menus alongside its regular offerings.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of creates
Verb
  • But Chris Hayes of MSNBC encourages you to appreciate idleness.
    Ian Prasad Philbrick, New York Times, 3 Jan. 2025
  • By prioritizing active listening, leaders can cultivate a more inclusive work environment that encourages diverse viewpoints and strengthens outcomes.
    Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of encourages
Noun
  • The win against the Islanders provided some reminders of the Sabres’ young talent, though.
    Matthew Fairburn, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • At the same time, record global temperatures and California’s aggressive regulatory actions served as stark reminders of the urgency of balancing energy growth with sustainability.
    Robert Rapier, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of reminders
Verb
  • Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.
    Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • This group generates turnovers and gets after jump shooters.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of generates
Noun
  • Ten postgame observations • Crosby’s point-per-game streak is one of the great marks in hockey history.
    Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The video above shows observations from NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory Atmospheric Imaging Assembly (AIA).
    Ryan French, Space.com, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of observations
Verb
  • That brings her and partner Curtis (Gershwyn Eustache) into conflict with the wealthy and powerful ruling family of Kingston, with a possible connection to the London case that led to Millie's ouster from the Yard.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
  • For the Centennial State, business in its ski towns brings huge economic gains, with spending reaching record highs this past year.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of brings
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