prodding

He kept prodding me to finish my homework.

The teacher's prodding finally convinced the student to participate in the class discussion.

She prodded the fire with a stick to make it burn brighter.

The detective prodded the suspect for more information about the crime.

Her constant prodding made him finally confess his mistake.

The manager's prodding pushed the team to meet their project deadline.

She prodded him to go to the doctor for a check-up.

The prodding of his conscience made him apologize for his actions.

The journalist's prodding questions made the politician uncomfortable.

After much prodding, he finally agreed to try the new restaurant.