plead
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Backed by a big, throwback live band, “Lost Me” beautifully papered over a failed relationship with an uncertain young bravado; “Backup Plan” gave his one-of-kind baritone room to roam and plead.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026
Many drivers, like Chinonso, keep their car air conditioning off to conserve fuel -- and "plead" for a tip from customers in return for switching it on.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Members of the trial team refused to sign paperwork allowing Kirk to plead to a lesser charge and serve probation instead of prison.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
However, his barrister Emma Fenn indicated he intended to plead not guilty to both counts at a crown court hearing set for 10 April.
From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026
Ian's appointed lawyer encouraged him to plead guilty, assuring him that he would be sentenced to fifteen years in prison.
From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson
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