pleas

Example Sentences

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Huerta said staff often ignored her husband’s pleas for medical attention.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

He decried RIH’s pleas for relief in Rhode Island’s federal court as “flagrant attempts to avoid compliance with lawful orders” designed to “circumvent the authority of this court.”

From Slate • May 19, 2026

Today’s consumers are inundated with the pleas of businesses to sign up for member clubs, loyalty programs, discount cards and more.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

At an earlier court hearing, McKinstry Biomass entered guilty pleas to three charges relating to health and safety and risk assessment shortcomings.

From BBC • May 11, 2026

It wasn’t a lie, and Ophie just hoped it bolstered whatever pleas Penelope had made.

From "Ophie's Ghosts" by Justina Ireland