Urge to action Crossword Clue

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Urge to action Crossword Answer

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IMPEL

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GOAD

(4 letters)

Helpful Hints

(noun)
1. a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion
2. a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
(verb)
1. to push against gently
2. poke or thrust abruptly

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ACTION (noun)
1. a military engagement
2. a judicial proceeding brought by one party against another; one party prosecutes another for a wrong done or for protection of a right or for prevention of a wrong
ACTION (verb)
1. institute legal proceedings against; file a suit against
2. put in effect
URGE (noun)
1. an instinctive motive
2. a strong restless desire
URGE (verb)
1. force or impel in an indicated direction
2. push for something

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

IMPEL
(5 letters)
GOAD
(4 letters)

Hint 4: Anagram

Unscramble the letters below to solve for today's answer.
DORP

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