plead
verb (used without object)
to appeal or entreat earnestly.
am pleading
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present progressiveof plead (1st person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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“I am pleading with LeBron James as a father: Stop this,” Smith said at the time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 12, 2025
On Wednesday, her mum Nicol Davies said: "This is such a terrible time for all those who love Owami and I am pleading for anyone who can help find her to contact police."
From BBC ● Aug. 4, 2022
“I am pleading guilty because I am in fact guilty,” Ericson said in a signed statement.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 24, 2021
"I am pleading with you. Let us not take this hurricane lightly. This is not the time to play the fool."
From Fox News ● Jul. 2, 2021
I know I sound like I am pleading with her, but I can’t help it.
From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black
