as in begged
to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
she was always importuning people for favors, even when she had no right to ask
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At first, police arrested the driver, but his wife begged Yolanda not to press charges.—
Sean Williams,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026 -
Liv Morgan begged for a tag, but she was outfoxed by a blind tag from Rhea Ripley.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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In 2023, Leonard petitioned the court for removal from the registry, and his registration requirement was terminated in October 2024.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
7 Feb. 2026
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Appearing at City Hall, the group of equine advocates petitioned the governing bodies for an all-weather arena and permanent stabling.—
From staff reports,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Importuned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/importuned. Accessed 9 Feb. 2026.
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