Begging
Begging noun - A solicitation for money or food (especially in the street by an apparently penniless person).
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Synonyms for Begging
Importune and begging are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Importune" instead a verb "Begging".
Importune
Importune verb - To make a request to (someone) in an earnest or urgent manner.
Begging and importune are semantically related. Sometimes you can replace term "Begging" with "Importune", this verbs are similar.
Nearby Words: importunity, importuning
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