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please (A1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /pliːz/

Used to make a request or ask for something politely.

please + verb (collocation): To make a polite request for someone to do something. — "Please wait here."
verb + please (collocation): To make a polite request for someone to do something, with 'please' at the end of the sentence. — "Pass the butter, please."
if you please (idiom): Used to express that you are giving permission or offering something, often with a touch of sarcasm or formality. — "Take a seat, if you please."

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