as in to argue
to state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration
can I plead temporary insanity for having made that foolish decision?
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Recent Examples of plead
Latham agreed to the 11-year sentence in exchange for pleading guilty to disseminating child pornography involving a child under 13, which is a Class X felony, the release said.
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Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
Also in March, Williamson, 53, of Milwaukee, pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery, which is punishable by up to nine months in jail, plus a $10,000 fine.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The post, which quickly gained traction with over 1,500 upvotes and 202 comments, pleads with viewers to consider Jackie, describing her as a dog overflowing with love, who is desperate for someone to share it with.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
Smith’s codefendant, Trevor Joe Begay, 24, pleaded guilty to the same charges in September and received 365 months, or 30 years, in prison, said the release.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 31 July 2025
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Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
Also in March, Williamson, 53, of Milwaukee, pleaded guilty to misdemeanor battery, which is punishable by up to nine months in jail, plus a $10,000 fine.
—Chris Ramirez, jsonline.com, 1 Aug. 2025
The post, which quickly gained traction with over 1,500 upvotes and 202 comments, pleads with viewers to consider Jackie, describing her as a dog overflowing with love, who is desperate for someone to share it with.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Aug. 2025
Smith’s codefendant, Trevor Joe Begay, 24, pleaded guilty to the same charges in September and received 365 months, or 30 years, in prison, said the release.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 31 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for plead
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Lawyers for the National TPS Alliance argued that Noem's decisions were predetermined by President Donald Trump's campaign promises and motivated by racial animus.—
JANIE HAR,
Arkansas Online,
2 Aug. 2025
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But others argue Kemp has earned the benefit of the doubt.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Aug. 2025
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In its petition to the Travis County state District Court, IGT contends that donating to a caucus is not the same as contributing to a political campaign.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Hatfield contended that violated the Arkansas Rules of Professional Conduct for attorneys as well as Texas law, rendering the Nunez contract invalid and unenforceable, Brooks' opinion states.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
29 July 2025
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As an advocate for scientific research, Peoples reasoned that seemingly arcane discoveries can unexpectedly yield astonishing and wide-range applications and results.—
Bob Goldsborough,
Chicago Tribune,
25 July 2025
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Far beyond the robotic process automation of the past, Gen AI platforms can now reason, create and analyze with a sophistication that rivals human capability.—
Christer Holloman,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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The sustained interest has Crawford convinced that demand for cottage cheese isn’t just a passing craze.—
Danielle Wiener-Bronner,
CNN Money,
26 July 2025
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My 16-year-old daughter finally convinced me to try a heatless curling set, and honestly, it’s saved my hair.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
26 July 2025
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The club insisted Isak was left behind because of a minor thigh problem but The Athletic reported on Thursday sources, speaking anonymously as they were not authorised to do so publicly, indicated the forward favoured being omitted amid his uncertain future.—
Chris Waugh,
New York Times,
26 July 2025
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But Beijing and Hong Kong insist the national security laws were necessary for the city's stability.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
26 July 2025
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In his letter, Donovan asserted that the Chiefs had submitted a proposal to the state and received no response for six weeks — a claim Kelly administration officials dispute.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
14 July 2025
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Brown denies the allegations, and her attorney asserts her innocence, while the city seeks restitution and damages.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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“Plead.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/plead. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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