Background for begging

begging

/ˈbɛɡɪŋ/

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noun

The act of one who begs.

Examples :

"The dog's constant begging at the dinner table was annoying the guests. "

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verb

To request the help of someone, often in the form of money.

Examples :

"He begged on the street corner from passers-by."

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verb

To plead with someone for help, a favor, etc.; to entreat.

Examples :

"He begged her to go to the prom with him."

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verb

In the phrase beg the question: to assume.

Examples :

"The argument that everyone should get a raise because the company is successful is begging the question of whether individual contributions actually warranted a raise. "

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verb

In the phrase beg the question: to raise (a question).

Examples :

"The article on student loan debt begs the question: how will these young people afford homes? "

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verb

To ask to be appointed guardian for, or to ask to have a guardian appointed for.

Examples :

"Since her parents were unable to care for her, the lawyer was begging the court to appoint her aunt as her legal guardian. "