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or pled (for)
also plead (for)
as in requested
to make a request for
the children pleaded for a kitten for Christmas
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Interview request The Chicago Bears have requested an interview with Dolphins defensive coordinator Anthony Weaver for their head coaching job, according to the Athletic.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025 -
It was then reported Butler officially requested a trade away from the Heat.—
Zach Harper,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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Government officials in both countries have since sought to cool things down.—
Saif Hasnat Atul Loke,
New York Times,
24 Dec. 2024
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Bauman sought to divert funding Ald.—
Tom Daykin,
Journal Sentinel,
24 Dec. 2024
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Dillingham has preached since the day he was hired in 2022 that an active fan base is required for the Sun Devils to reach their football potential.—
Doug Haller,
The Athletic,
6 Jan. 2025
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If a bonus code is required, it should be automatically triggered by tapping the PLAY NOW button next to the offer of your choosing on this page.—
Matthew Gover,
Miami Herald,
6 Jan. 2025
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“Pleaded (for).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pleaded%20%28for%29. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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