The driver cracked his whip to urge the horses on.

Meaning: The driver made a loud noise with his whip to make the horses go faster.

Choice of Words: Cracked means to make a sharp, loud sound by hitting something. Whip is a long, flexible stick with a lash at the end. Urge means to try to persuade or encourage someone to do something.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

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