begging

Example Sentences

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In recent years, some U.S. firms have supplied “perpetual-style” products that haven’t really caught on, begging the question of whether demand for a true perpetual futures product would grow rapidly.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Stripped of his invulnerability, Homelander wilts into a bawling wimp, begging for his life on his knees.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

The mix of worlds is giddy, begging for splendor.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

By this point, one of her friends was walking from shop to shop in the town where Sally lived begging staff not to sell anything to her.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

Happy I’ve stopped begging for notes to get out of gym class.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes