Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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needle | Yes | No | Yes | No |
goad | Yes | No | Yes | No |
needle (noun) | goad (noun) |
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a sharp pointed implement (usually steel) | a pointed instrument that is used to prod into a state of motion |
a slender pointer for indicating the reading on the scale of a measuring instrument | a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something |
a stylus that formerly made sound by following a groove in a phonograph record | |
the leaf of a conifer |
needle (verb) | goad (verb) |
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annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism | annoy or provoke, as by constant criticism |
prick with a needle | urge with or as if with a goad |
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick | |
give heart or courage to |