beseech
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Reflecting his deep interest in religion and spirituality, above the door is inscribed the prayer: "Lighten our darkness, we beseech thee, O Lord."
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2026
“I beseech you to control him, if you can.”
From Slate • Nov. 6, 2023
"I beseech you to control him if you can. If you can't, I will."
From Reuters • Nov. 6, 2023
"I beseech you to control him, if you can," the judge said again shortly after, warning Kise that he would control the former president if the attorney did not.
From Salon • Nov. 6, 2023
Barrius’s eyes beseech the courtyard, seeking out anyone willing to offer him a shred of pity.
From "An Ember in the Ashes" by Sabaa Tahir
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