appeals
Pronunciation: [əˈpiːlz]
Context: "legal"
(verb) to ask a higher authority to change a decision. Imagine you didn't agree with a teacher's grade, so you ask the principal to look at it again.
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She appealed the judge's decision because she believed it was unfair.
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He did not appeal the ruling because he felt it was correct.
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Are you going to appeal the school's decision about the trip?
Context: "persuasion"
(verb) to make a serious request or try to convince someone to do something. It’s like when you ask your parents to let you have a sleepover because you think it would be really fun.
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The charity appealed for donations to help the homeless.
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The children couldn't appeal to their parents for more time because they had already stayed up late.
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What did the organization appeal to the public for?
Context: "persuasion"
(noun) a serious request for help or support. Think of it as when someone asks for a favor, like asking your friend to lend you their toy.
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Her appeal for help brought many volunteers.
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His appeal for donations was ignored by the community.
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What was the main appeal of the fundraiser?
Context: "interest"
(noun) the quality of being attractive or interesting. It’s what makes something fun or special, like how a movie or game can draw you in.
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The movie has a lot of visual appeal, making it exciting to watch.
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The book lacked appeal, and very few people wanted to read it.
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What do you think gives that show its appeal?