Here are some examples of how to use "prodded" in a sentence:
* He prodded the fire with a stick to keep it going.
* The teacher prodded her students to think critically about the problem.
* She prodded her friend's arm, trying to get her attention.
* The detective prodded the body with his gloved finger, looking for evidence.
If you meant a different word, please let me know, and I'll be happy to help!