beg

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Ultimately, Elkind argued, L.A. should have a more centralized decision-making authority so Metro would not have to beg small cities for permits for regionally important infrastructure projects.

From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026

Until the stock trades a new high, however, the market will beg to disagree.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

In the end, the World Cup-winning Argentina striker, who had just clinched the Premier League with Manchester City, had to beg for it to stop.

From BBC • Apr. 14, 2026

Disney’s initial skepticism and the scene’s sheer impact on food both beg the question: How did one of the messiest foods imaginable become shorthand for romance?

From Salon • Feb. 14, 2026

“I leave an excellent substitute in my daughter. Emma will be happy to entertain you. And therefore I think I will beg your excuse and take my three turns—my winter walk.”

From "Emma" by Jane Austen