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Suppliant
01
someone who humbly and earnestly seeks or requests something, often in a pleading manner
Examples
The refugee knelt before the border guard, a suppliant pleading for entry into the safe haven beyond.
With clasped hands and tearful eyes, the beggar approached passersby, a suppliant seeking alms to ease his hunger.
suppliant
01
humbly and earnestly asking for something, especially from someone in power or authority
Examples
The suppliant pilgrims knelt before the altar.
He gave her a suppliant look, hoping she would forgive him.
