plead

US /pliːd/
UK /pliːd/
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1.

supplier, implorer

make an emotional appeal

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She pleaded with him to stay.
Elle l'a supplié de rester.
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The children pleaded for another story.
Les enfants ont supplié pour une autre histoire.
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2.

plaider, défendre

present and argue for (a position or cause) in court or before a tribunal

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The lawyer will plead the case before the judge.
L'avocat plaidera l'affaire devant le juge.
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He pleaded not guilty to the charges.
Il a plaidé non coupable aux accusations.
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