Earnest request Crossword Clue

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PLEA

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(noun)
1. a humble request for help from someone in authority
2. an answer indicating why a suit should be dismissed

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

EARNEST (adjective)
1. characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions
2. not distracted by anything unrelated to the goal
EARNEST (noun)
1. something of value given by one person to another to bind a contract
REQUEST (verb)
1. express the need or desire for
2. ask (a person) to do something
REQUEST (noun)
1. the verbal act of requesting
2. a formal message requesting something that is submitted to an authority

Hint 3: Other Answers Used in the Past

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42. Tie to a dock

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