plead ignorance
Example Sentences
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While several panelists continue to plead ignorance as to what, exactly, makes a movie debuting on television a TV movie or not a TV movie, some find titles to champion.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 21, 2026
“We can no longer plead ignorance to the consequences of our actions or continue to repeat our mistakes.”
From New York Times ● Nov. 16, 2022
“They immediately roll over and play dead and plead ignorance and promise never to do it again,” said Chong Wa Benevolent Association co-chair Betty Lau.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 25, 2022
One teacher, Lori Caldeira, reportedly encouraged teachers not to keep a roster for the clubs, so if a parent ever asks if their child is a member the teacher can plead ignorance.
From Fox News ● Nov. 19, 2021
They all plead ignorance and beg for mercy.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
