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instar

to urge

verb een-STAHR Less Common

Origin: From Latin instare (to stand upon, press), from in- + stare (to stand).

Also means

to press

Usage Note

Instar is a formal verb meaning to urge or press someone to do something, typically used in written or official language. It takes the preposition a before an infinitive (instó al gobierno a actuar, 'urged the government to act'). It should not be confused with instalar (to install) — a common mix-up for beginners. It is a regular -ar verb.

Examples

"El juez instó a las partes a llegar a un acuerdo."

Natural Translation

The judge urged the parties to reach an agreement.

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