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How to sign: poke or thrust abruptly
"he jabbed his finger into her ribs";
See also: intrude into, meddle with, horn in, poke into
Similiar / Same: jab, poke, stab, dig
Categories: thrust
How to sign: a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
"the ceaseless prodding got on his nerves";
Similiar / Same: goading, prodding, urging, spur, spurring, goad
Categories: encouragement
How to sign: to push against gently
"She nudged my elbow when she saw her friend enter the restaurant";