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petition (for)

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as in to press (for)

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In China, filial piety is a core virtue; children traditionally are required to respect, obey and care for their parents.

— HUIYEE CHIEW AND LYRIC LI THE WASHINGTON POST, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026
In Florence, locals will bemoan the lines at All'Antico Vinaio, because there are so many other incredible focaccia sandwich shops around that don't require a wait.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Sep. 2026

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