The child made a desperate plea for help.

a request made in an urgent and emotional manner
His plea was heard by the judge.
She made a plea for more time.
The plea was for mercy and understanding.
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The child made a desperate plea for help.

A request made in an urgent and emotional manner.
His plea was heard by the king.
She made a plea for more time.
The plea was full of emotion.
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entreaty
The defendant entered a guilty plea to the charges.

A formal statement of a case in a court of law.
He made a plea of not guilty.
Her plea was accepted by the judge.
The plea was entered in court.
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