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To have begged or pleaded for something desperately
“The two delegates approached the supreme leader on several occasions trying to beg mercy for their fellow reformers.”
(anguished disposition) Variations of "said" in literature dependent on context
Past tense for to ask (someone) for money
“These children are made to beg for money on the streets and perform menial jobs.”
Past tense for to obtain (something) for free by begging or persuasion
“They were poor, having no stock save a cow and a few hens, and often had to beg for food around the parish.”
(dated, slang) Past tense for to obtain money from, usually by borrowing (from a friend)
Past tense for to feel or express a strong desire or hope for something that is not currently in existence
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