plead
verb (used without object)
to appeal or entreat earnestly.
will be pleading
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future progressiveof plead.future progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that will be taking place in the future.
Example Sentences
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"He will be pleading not guilty and will vigorously defend the case."
From BBC ● Jan. 30, 2024
Matt Herrington, a lawyer for Mr. Barrack, said: “Tom Barrack has made himself voluntarily available to investigators from the outset. He is not guilty and will be pleading not guilty.”
From New York Times ● Jul. 20, 2021
His spokesman released a statement that said: “Mr. Barrack has made himself voluntarily available to investigators from the outset. He is not guilty and will be pleading not guilty.”
From Washington Post ● Jul. 20, 2021
“He is not guilty and will be pleading not guilty,” the spokesman said in a statement.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 20, 2021
“Mr. Miske, a long time legitimate business owner in Honolulu, will be pleading not guilty to all charges,” said his attorney, Thomas Otake.
From Washington Times ● Jul. 15, 2020
