👉poke

Meaning

to push something with a finger or a pointed object

to push or prod with a finger or pointed object

Example Sentences

He poked the fire with a stick.

Don't poke me with your finger.

Example Expressions

poke fun at

Synonyms

jab, prod, nudge, push

Entry 1

jab, prod, nudge, push

Entry 2

prod, jab, push, nudge

Antonyms

ignore, withdraw, pull, retreat

Entry 1

ignore, withdraw

Entry 2

pull, withdraw, retreat

Collocations

poke with, poke fun, poke around, poke into, poke someone, poke gently, poke holes

Entry 1

poke with, poke fun, poke around, poke into

Entry 2

poke fun, poke around, poke someone, poke gently, poke holes

More Example Sentences

I spoke to my neighbor about the noise.

We spoke with the team about next steps.

He spoke with the landlord about repairs.

She spoke to the doctor about her symptoms.

They spoke with the coach before the match.

She spoke with her mentor about career goals.

They spoke to the organizer about the schedule.

We spoke with the airline staff at the counter.

She spoke to the receptionist about the appointment.

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