In the 18th century, the Swedish government made coffee and its paraphernalia (including cups and dishes) illegal for its supposed ties to rebellious sentiment.
PLEADINGLY
beseechingly, importunately, imploringly, pleadingly, entreatingly
(adverb) in a beseeching manner; “‘You must help me,’ she said imploringly”
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Adverb
pleadingly (comparative more pleadingly, superlative most pleadingly)
In an pleading manner; with pleas.
Source: Wiktionary
Plead"ing*ly, adv.
Definition: In a pleading manner.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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LIGHT
(adjective) having relatively few calories; “diet cola”; “light (or lite) beer”; “lite (or light) mayonnaise”; “a low-cal diet”
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