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appeal

/əˈpiːl/ · /əˈpil/

Meaning 1

to attract or interest someone

“The bright colors often appeal to young children.”
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Illustration of appeal: to attract or interest someone

Meaning 2

To ask a higher court to change a decision.

“They plan to appeal the unfair decision.”
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Illustration of appeal: To ask a higher court to change a decision.

Meaning 3

a serious request or effort.

“The teacher made an appeal for more classroom supplies.”
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Illustration of appeal: a serious request or effort.

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