Pleas Meaning in English
word · lemma: plea
Definition
'Pleas' is the plural of 'plea.' It means urgent requests for help, sympathy, or understanding, or formal statements made in court explaining why someone is guilty or not guilty.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used in formal or legal contexts: 'pleas for help,' 'court pleas.' Not the same as 'please,' which is a polite request. 'Pleas' can refer to both emotional requests or legal defenses/statements.
Example Sentences
The refugees made desperate pleas for food and shelter.
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Her pleas for forgiveness were ignored.
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The judge listened to both lawyers’ pleas before making a decision.
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Despite the public’s pleas, the store closed down for good.
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The mayor ignored the repeated pleas for cleaner streets.
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His lawyer entered not guilty pleas on all charges.
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