English to English verb
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ask for or request earnestly | | Example: The prophet bid all people to become good persons
source: wordnet30
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command solemnly | | source: wordnet30
3 |
To charge, bind, or command, solemnly, as if under oath, or under the penalty of a curse; to appeal to in the most solemn or impressive manner; to entreat earnestly. | | source: webster1913
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