begs
v. B1 Intermediate US //ˈbɛɡz// UK //bˈɛɡz// begs
v. to ask for something in a very urgent or serious way. You use this when you need help or an answer badly.
v. to make an earnest or urgent request for something. Typically used with the preposition 'for' or followed by a 'that'-clause.
He begs for help from his friends.
The charity appeals to donors and begs for funds to keep the shelter open.
The defendant begs the court to consider his youth and lack of prior record before passing sentence.
Usage
The verb is transitive when followed by a direct object ('beg forgiveness') or intransitive with 'for' ('beg for mercy').