1goad 
/ˈgoʊd/ verb
goads; goad·ed; goad·ing /ˈgoʊd/ verb [+ obj] : to urge or force (someone) to do something
▪ He was goaded (on) by a sense of duty. ▪ The threat of legal action should goad them into complying/compliance.
▪ He was goaded (on) by a sense of duty. ▪ The threat of legal action should goad them into complying/compliance.
