as in prayerful
asking humbly
the imploring boy tearfully asked the veterinarian to do what he could to save the life of his dog
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as in pleading
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as in begging
to make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner
the victims of the hurricane implored the governor to put the full resources of the state into the relief effort
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for imploring
Adjective
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The morning began with prayerful words by David Profitt of Glen Ellyn, FUMCAH associate pastor.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2025 -
Social media posts in prayerful support of the pontiff are matched by those wishing him to die, weighing in on the author’s preferred successor or deriding the entire concept of the papacy as a farce.—
Timothy Nerozzi,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
28 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Others combined grand geopolitical theory with narrowly self-interested pleading.—
Henry Farrell,
Foreign Affairs,
3 Apr. 2025
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Finally, a concerted Administration effort to generate public support for dismantling specific anticompetitive regulations that hit Americans hardest in the pocketbook might yield sufficient congressional support to overcome special interest pleadings.—
Alden Abbott,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Verb
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If your home is begging for a refresh, don’t miss the chance to save on furniture and decor at Wayfair’s epic spring sale.—
Ali Faccenda,
People.com,
24 Mar. 2025
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Rebecca was then allegedly seen on camera begging Yolanda to call 911 multiple times as her wife told her to go back inside.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The child was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on January 4, 2023, the petition says.—
Emma Tucker,
CNN Money,
25 Apr. 2025
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However, Weinstein is currently being held at Bellevue Hospital after his team filed an emergency petition with the court last week asking to hold him there, rather than at Rikers, during the trial due to his worsening health.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2025
Verb
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State Farm is petitioning for an increase of 38% on renter dwelling policies, which is coverage for landlords, and 15% raise for renters.—
Dawn Giel,Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Port of Seattle is petitioning to overturn a controversial new city law that allows housing in part of SoDo, escalating a political fight over the future of Seattle's industrial lands.—
Christine Clarridge,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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These farmers and winemakers have often resisted efforts by bigger businesses to absorb their holdings, or entreaties by marketing agencies to simplify their output or conform to popular styles.—
Eric Asimov,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
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Trump also proved receptive to entreaties from major auto firms about how dramatic the impact of the tariffs with America’s northern and southern neighbors would be to their businesses.—
Rob Wile,
NBC news,
24 Mar. 2025
Noun
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The independent from Vermont and undisputed leader of the American progressive movement raised $11.4 million, while spending only $1.3 million to prime the pump with digital appeals.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2025
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Reflection and Commentary By reflecting on memories through a combination of nostalgic ocean art and Western art and engaging the viewer by commenting on societal issues and environmental concerns, Nathan’s work demonstrates significant appeal.—
Matt Emma,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The Treasury Department didn't immediately respond to a request for comment.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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An American citizen was held in a Florida jail at the request of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) despite the county judge being able to see the man’s U.S. birth certificate in court.—
Filip Timotija,
The Hill,
18 Apr. 2025
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“Imploring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/imploring. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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