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plead (v.)

Old form(s): pleade

make a case for, present an argument for

1H6 II.iv.29	[Richard to all, of his supporters] If he suppose that I have pleaded truth
3H6 I.i.103	[York to King] Will you we show our title to the crown? / If not, our swords shall plead it in the field