prompting
verb
Definitions
To lead (someone) toward what they should say or do.
Example: I prompted him to get a new job.
To show or tell an actor/person the words they should be saying, or actions they should be doing.
Example: If he forgets his words I will prompt him.
To initiate; to cause or lead to.
noun
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The action of saying something to persuade, encourage, or remind someone to do or say something.