nag someone into something Definition

nag²
verb nagged, nagging

tr & intr
1. To scold them constantly; to keep finding fault with them.

Thesaurus: vex, pester, annoy, badger, harass, harry, irritate, plague, henpeck, torment, berate, scold, goad, upbraid.
Form: nag at someone (also)
intr
2. To worry them or cause them anxiety.

Form: nag at someone (also)
intr
3. Said of pain: to persist.

noun

1. Someone who nags.

Thesaurus: shrew, scold, harpy, harridan, tartar, virago.

Derivative: nagger
noun

A person or problem that nags or annoys.

Derivative: nagging
adj

Said of a problem or anxiety: constantly worrying or causing concern.
Example: a nagging suspicion
Thesaurus: persistent, continuous, distressing, upsetting, worrying, tormenting.

Etymology: 19c: from Norse nagga to rub, grumble or quarrel.

Phrasal Verb: nag someone into something

To keep urging them until they do it.