entreat (one) to (do something)

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entreat (one) to (do something)

To beg or plead with someone to do something. When the babysitter suddenly canceled, my parents entreated me to stay home with my siblings instead of going out with my friends.
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We learned that Awake, Love, Instinct, Value and Energy are the components of Alive and each had a homily, as Jessie's recorded voice declared eternal truths and entreated us to "Love what you have", "Live life to the full", "Create your own perfection" and more.
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