special pleading
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/spˈɛʃəl plˈiːdɪŋ/
British pronunciation
/spˈɛʃəl plˈiːdɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "special pleading"

Special pleading
01

(law) a pleading that alleges new facts in avoidance of the opposing allegations

02

an unfair attempt to persuade someone by only giving them facts that are in line with one's point of view

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