plead
verb (used without object)
to appeal or entreat earnestly.
have been pleading
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present perfect progressiveof plead.present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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That would be a boon for theaters, which are struggling with a roughly one-third drop in attendance since before the pandemic and have been pleading with Hollywood for more major releases to draw audiences.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
That type of overarching plan governing the rebuilding — and direct communication about the plan — is what residents and local officials say they have been pleading for.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 18, 2025
So far, San Francisco-based Twitter has offered no other exceptions, although it’s possible that Musk will see one of the many tweets from developers working on earthquake relief who have been pleading for a solution.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 13, 2023
That updated flier shows why residents and activists have been pleading with city officials to do more and do it quicker to make roads safer.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 23, 2022
I, who for weeks have been pleading that no such thought would ever enter into your noble and loyal nature.
From The Huguenot: (Volumes I-III) A Tale of the French Protestants. by James, G. P. R. (George Payne Rainsford)
