Humble request (4)
'humble request' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for plea that I've seen before include "Excuse; petition" , "Petition or supplication" , "Heartfelt request" , "response to criminal charges" , "Appeal - with bargaining?" .)
'humble request' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for entreaty that I've seen before include "Appeal" , "application for assistance" , "suit" , "Earnest plea" , "petition" .)