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  • present participle of beg.

begging

ADJECTIVE
desirous
Synonyms
Antonyms
WEAK
undesirous


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

Pratt packed his BMW and called 911 one last time, begging dispatchers to send firefighters.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Over the radio, they can hear the cries of other vessels begging for food and water.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

The boys were immediately on my side, begging for him to join us, and they eventually relented.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler




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