as in appeal
an earnest request
with arms raised in humble suppliance, the priest asked for blessings from above
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On Thursday, the Swiss Federal Tribunal, Switzerland's highest court, announced the approval of Chiles' appeal.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026 -
But hotels are only part of the appeal.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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At Auschwitz, located in an area of southern Poland which was under German occupation during World War II, Polish President Karol Nawrocki joined survivors for a remembrance ceremony that ended with Jewish and Christian clergy reciting prayers.—
Vanessa Gera,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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The familiar rhythms of Jewish mourning—burial, shivah, prayer, and remembrance—help families begin the healing process with structure, support, and community.—
Rabbi Moishe Kievman,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Jan. 2026
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But her plea never made it to TikTok.—
Scottie Andrew,
CNN Money,
27 Jan. 2026
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Submitted The post with Tabron's desperate plea for someone brave with a 4-wheel drive vehicle was shared dozens of times.—
Erica Mokay,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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Goldis, wanting to accept the invitation, requested prior approval in accordance with the policy, but the NYAG’s office denied her petition.—
Mia Cathell,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Jan. 2026
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Another separatist group called Stay Free Alberta has been gathering signatures for a petition to ask the provincial government to call a referendum, and some meetings have drawn large crowds.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Suppliance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suppliance. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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