1. to ask for something earnestly or humbly
2. to ask for money, food, or help from strangers
3. to avoid or evade (a question or issue)
Usage: formal

Examples

• She begged her parents to let her go to the concert.
• The homeless man was begging for spare change.
• I beg you to reconsider your decision.
• Children often beg for candy at the store.
• The politician begged the question about tax increases.
• He had to beg for forgiveness after his mistake.
• The dog begged for scraps under the dinner table.