Example Sentences

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Despite pleas from authorities not to share the video, it went viral on social media.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

On Monday morning, Iran and Israel both announced they would refrain from attacking each other, perhaps in response to more pleas from Trump by phone and social media.

From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026

Residents have good reason to ask why they haven’t gotten better results after responding to politicians’ pleas for more money over the years.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026

Despite their heartfelt pleas, Brydon told Panorama the reaction of the management had been "inadequate".

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

If the men guarding her heard her pleas, they gave no answer.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin