im·plore – Verb
Description:
: to make a very serious or emotional request to (someone)
: to say (something) as a serious or emotional request
: to ask or beg for (something) in a very serious or emotional way
Source: http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/implore
Found in : The Story of an Hour by Kate Chopin
Quote: “Josephine was kneeling before the closed door with her lips to the keyhole, imploring for admission. “ (2nd page, 4th paragraph).
Josephine was beginning and asking for permission to enter the room. This was when Mrs. Mallard locked herself in the room after hearing her husband’s death. Josephine seemed worried about Mrs. Mallard’s well being.
