as in appeals
an earnest request
with arms raised in humble suppliance, the priest asked for blessings from above
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While both candidates held progressive policy positions on issues like healthcare, the difference between them centered on communication style, with Talarico’s softer rhetorical approach resonating with voters through appeals to unity and a vision of hope[1].—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026 -
Spring desserts are often filled with rhubarb, lemon, and strawberries, but this cake appeals to the chocolate lovers attending Easter this year.—
Josh Miller,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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Most of Edwards’ 16-to-20 footers are late-clock prayers that now have a significantly better chance of being answered.—
Fred Katz,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Midway through Ramadan, Muslims across the United States are striving to maintain the holy month’s traditional mix of prayers and festive spirit under a cloud of worrisome events.—
Luis Andres Henao,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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Don't conflate us, Mansour pleas, even as many users, politicians and commentators mix them up regularly.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
6 Mar. 2026
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Cook’s attorney Kedar Ismail waived a formal reading of his client’s indictment and entered not guilty pleas on his behalf.—
Flint McColgan,
Boston Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Suppliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/suppliances. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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