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plea

[plee] / pli /




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In his criticism of the Pope’s plea for negotiations, Mr. McGurn implies a misreading of Catholic just-war principles.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Sangha initially denied the charges but agreed to change her plea in August, just weeks before her trial was scheduled to begin.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

The guilty plea carries severe immigration consequences for Gershman, who entered the United States on a tourist visa in 2021.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

One of the cases that will be dismissed after a plea agreement involved a high-ranking officer, 54-year-old Ramses Patron.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

The New York Times even issued an open plea urging Fischer to continue his challenge.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady