imploringly

/ɪmˈplɔrɪŋli/
adverb
  1. In a way that shows desperate or earnest pleading.
    • "Please don't go," he said imploringly, reaching for her hand.
    • She looked at him imploringly, hoping he would forgive her.
    • The dog stared imploringly at the table, waiting for a scrap of food.
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