special-plead
/ˌspɛʃlˈpliːd/verb
1 [with object] To use special pleading towards (a person, etc.), or in defence of (an argument, etc.). Now rare.
- With early use compare special pleading..
2 [no object] To use special pleading or sophistical argument.
Origin
Early 18th century; earliest use found in Law Executors & Administrators. From special + plead, after special pleading.