Bahasa Melayu

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Bahasa Melayu

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urge, incite

To strongly urge someone to do something or to stir them into action.

Examples

Contoh ayat

  1. Rakan itu mendesaknya supaya segera bertindak.

    The friend urged him to act quickly.

  2. Pidato itu menghasut orang ramai supaya melawan.

    The speech incited the crowd to resist.

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What does “urge” mean in Malay?

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mendesak

It means to push or press someone strongly to act.

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Historical MyKamus entry, originally published 30 September 2010.