Plead and Want

Plead

Plead verb - To state (something) as a reason in support of or against something under consideration.

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Want and plead are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Want" instead a verb "Plead".

Nearby Words: pleading, pleader

Want verb - To have an earnest wish to own or enjoy.

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Plead and want are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Plead" instead a verb "Want".

Nearby Words: wanting, wanted

The conspiracy obviously want to break him, make him plead guilty and have him executed.

Source: Pretend to Be Brainwashed
Apparently, the fact that Capone clearly does not want to plead guilty (via assaulting his lawyer) counts for nothing.

Source: Hollywood Law
You want to fly on a magic carpet, to see the king of the potato people, and plead with him for your freedom...and you're telling me you're completely sane?

Source: Just For Fun / Get a Stupid Answer

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