Related Clues:

• Made a case (for)
• Said 'no contest,' e.g.
• Requested earnestly
• Responded to a charge
• Argued for
• Popped the question
• Queried
• Named, as a price
• Responded, on "Jeopardy!"
• Didn't hold back one's curiosity
• Offered an excuse
• Entreated
• Like invitees
• Showed curiosity
• Pumped