Fervent Request Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is PLEA which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: PLEA

Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	4		Exact Match!
2	38%	10		Expressing a fervent request
3	38%	10		Makes a fervent request

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "PLEA" which means:

noun

• A humble request for help from someone in authority
• (law) a defendant's answer by a factual matter (as distinguished from a demurrer)
• An answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed

verb

• To plead; to argue.

An example sentence would be:

• "He made a plea for help."
• "The defendant entered a plea of not guilty."

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New York Times27 Feb 1989	Down 12
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