pleading

Example Sentences

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Guthrie has posted several emotional videos on social media, pleading for help from the public, but her conversation with Kotb is the first formal interview she has given since the case began.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

An elderly man is tasked with burning the inmates’ letters to Stalin pleading to have their appeals heard.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Initially, it seemed like he might make out fine, even as he insisted on pleading guilty.

From Slate • Mar. 25, 2026

"We're obviously a big investor in Qatar, so a lot of my conversations with the administration is really pleading to try to get extra protection around the US-owned assets in Qatar," Lance said.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

Ekon held his brother’s gaze and locked on to that something, pleading.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray