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Earnestly or humbly requested
“Diarmid had made a pleading request that he collect a set of plates from the silversmith.”
Earnest and persistent in nature
A request made in an earnest manner
“She said goodbye to Honoré despite his pleading.”
The act of insisting or convincing
A reason or set of reasons given in support of an idea, action or theory
An earnest or demanding quality in one's requests
Present participle for to make an emotional appeal
“He would kneel on the floor, head bowed, and plead for her to stay.”
Present participle for to present or state one's case or defense
“The unhappy partner had to petition the legislature or court to plead his or her case.”
Present participle for to answer or defend oneself against a charge
“There is also delay because of the decision-making process and the uncertainty about how the defendant will plead.”
Present participle for to ask someone to do something in an urgent manner
Present participle for to plead or put forward strongly
Present participle for to maintain or defend, as a cause or a claim, by words or measures
Present participle for to complain or express discontent in a wearisome manner
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