MeanOF

plea

- noun (n)

Meaning: begging request

Synonyms: appeal application entreaty imploration imprecation intercession orison overture petition prayer round robin solicitation suit supplication
- noun (n)

Meaning: excuse, defense

Synonyms: action alibi allegation apology argument cause claim cop-out explanation extenuation fish tale justification mitigation out palliation pleading pretext rationalization right song and dance story vindication whitewash

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