Request and Answer

to sincerely and desperately ask for something

I beseech you, please reconsider your decision and grant me another chance.

to earnestly request or obtain something through prayer, entreaty, or supplication

The villagers gathered at the temple to impetrate the gods for rain during the severe drought.

to ask or request humbly and earnestly, typically in a religious or devotional context

She supplicated for guidance before making her decision.

to ask questions in order to seek information or clarification

The customer queried the salesperson about the warranty details before making a purchase.

to earnestly and desperately beg for something

She implored her parents to let her attend the concert, promising to finish her chores.

to ask someone questions in a formal way

During the interview, the panel will catechize the candidates to evaluate their problem-solving skills.

to reply quickly and sharply, often in a clever or aggressive manner

When teased about her cooking skills, she retorted, "Well, at least my food won't cause a kitchen evacuation!"

a flat metal structure used for cooking food over an open fire

He placed the steaks on the grill over the campfire.

to go back to someone or something after a separation

After years of being apart, the long-lost friends decided to rejoin for a memorable reunion.

to annoy someone repeatedly by making persistent requests

The children continued to pester their parents for a new toy.

to request something in an annoyingly persistent way

Fans would often importune the celebrity for autographs, even during her private outings.

to formally question someone, especially in a legal or parliamentary context

The lawyer interpellated the witness about what they saw.

an area of activity or a subject of study

She is an expert in the field of genetics.