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Now the men
The word "Now" does not mean "at this moment," but is used to draw attention to the important point that follows.
for any sign from Ahab
"Sign" is metonymy for an action that gives a meaning. AT: "for any action from Ahab that would show them that Ahab wanted to be merciful" (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metonymy)