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Uncommonpleaded
The correct spelling is pleaded.
How to pronounce pleaded
verb
IPA: /ˈplidəd/
Say it like: Plee-ded
The correct spelling is pleaded. To present (an argument or a plea), especially in a legal case. For example: "The defendant has decided to plead not guilty."
Usage Examples
“The defendant has decided to plead not guilty.”
“He pleaded with me not to leave the house.”
“Not wishing to attend the banquet, I pleaded illness.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To present (an argument or a plea), especially in a legal case.
- 2.To beg, beseech, or implore.
- 3.To offer by way of excuse.
- 4.To discuss by arguments.
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