beg
verb (used with object)
to ask for as a gift, as charity, or as a favor: to beg forgiveness.
begs
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present tense formof beg (3rd person singular).present tense
Used to describe things happening now or regularly.
Example Sentences
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While roadways like the 5 serve to get you from one point to another quickly and efficiently, this one begs you to relish the journey.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 13, 2026
"It begs the question, why couldn't it have been tested to the north of the Pacific Ocean, where there is an expanse of international waters?" he said.
From Barron's ● Jul. 10, 2026
When Joe complains and threatens to bring up the noise, Angela all but begs him to put on a smile and let it go, just for this one night.
From Salon ● Jul. 5, 2026
He begs to be let out, with Mr. Lucas providing the voice of his own likeness.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
“Please close your eyes,” he begs, his jaw tightening.
From "Five Feet Apart" by Rachael Lippincott
