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(Entry 1 of 3)

asking humbly
  • the imploring boy tearfully asked the veterinarian to do what he could to save the life of his dog

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imploring

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Synonyms of imploring (Entry 2 of 3)

as in beseeching, pleading

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imploring

verb
present participle of implore

Synonyms & Antonyms of imploring (Entry 3 of 3)

to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
  • the victims of the hurricane implored the governor to put the full resources of the state into the relief effort

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“Imploring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imploring. Accessed 30 Nov. 2021.

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