Desperate request Crossword Clue
4 letters · New York Times · Tuesday, December 17, 2024 · 32-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Tuesday, December 17, 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 17, 2024 · 32-Down · 4 letters
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a humble request for help from someone in authority
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