All 3 Uses of
beseech
in
Harry Potter (#7) and the Deathly Hallows
- Harry beseeched to Luna and Dean.†
Chpt 23 *
- She looked at him beseechingly, but he shook his head and she turned away bitterly.†
Chpt 30
- He addressed Lupin more than any of them, beseeching him.†
Chpt 34
Definition:
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(beseech) to ask strongly or beg for somethingeditor's notes: Beseech is common in classic literature. Though its usage has doubled in recent decades, it remains a rare word in modern writing.
Synonym Comparison (if you're into word choice):
Beseech is similar to beg or entreat. Beg implies the request for a personal favor, while entreat implies an attempt to overcome resistance.