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Plea
01
(law) a formal statement made by someone confirming or denying their accusation
02
a sincere and humble request, often made in times of need or desperation
Example
The judge accepted his plea of no contest and scheduled a sentencing hearing.
The prosecutor offered a plea deal to resolve the case without going to trial.
The defendant entered a plea of not guilty to the charges.
She entered a plea of guilty to avoid a lengthy court proceeding.
In the courtroom, the lawyer made an impassioned plea for justice on behalf of her client.
