aanmanen

Definitions of aanmanen
  1. verb
    force or impel in an indicated direction
    synonyms: aandrijven, aanjagen, aanporren, aansporen, aanzetten, drijven, instigeren, manen, oproepen, pramen, pushen, sommeren
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    types:
    overhaasten
    urge to an unnatural speed
    moraliseren, preken, zedenpreken
    speak as if delivering a sermon; express moral judgements
    type of:
    begeleiden, coachen
    give advice to
  2. verb
    persistently ask for overdue payment
    synonyms: sommeren
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    type of:
    eisen, staan, vragen
    request urgently and forcefully
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