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as in plea
an earnest request
made an appeal to the public to donate desperately needed blood
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as in attractiveness
the power of irresistible attraction
that hot new actress has a certain indescribable appeal
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as in to book
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Recent Examples of appeal
Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
Administrative law judges’ rulings are binding, though plaintiffs can appeal them through the state court system.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2025
Jeremy Porter, The Conversation, 12 July 2025
Marriott's foray into residential hospitality also signals the broader evolution and appeal of blended travel, Roe says.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
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Noun
She was convicted at trial, sentenced to 20 years and is appealing.
—Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 12 July 2025
Administrative law judges’ rulings are binding, though plaintiffs can appeal them through the state court system.
—Ron Hurtibise, Sun Sentinel, 12 July 2025
Verb
An example is New York City’s appeal of a 2015 FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps update.
—Jeremy Porter, The Conversation, 12 July 2025
Marriott's foray into residential hospitality also signals the broader evolution and appeal of blended travel, Roe says.
—Cameron Sperance, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for appeal
Noun
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He was sentenced to one year of probation on the misdemeanor charge as part of a plea deal with prosecutors, who agreed to drop more serious charges of harassment and misuse of public monies.—
Robert Anglen,
AZCentral.com,
7 July 2025
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In early May 2013, Rachel turned herself in as part of a pre-arranged plea deal.—
Alex Gurley,
People.com,
6 July 2025
Verb
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Start planning your holiday by booking one of the best hotels on the Greek islands.—
Monica Mendal,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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Also booked for the boxing card is a junior welterweight scrap between Isaac Cruz vs. Angel Fierro.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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Our hearts and prayers go out to our friends and all those affected in Texas!—
Brendan Ahern,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Monday’s filing was the product of a lawsuit filed in Texas in September 2024 on behalf of the National Religious Broadcasters, an international association of evangelical Christian communicators, as well as Intercessors for America, a conservative Christian prayer advocacy group.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Lily Hall and Celestine Bed & Breakfast both deliver boutique charm and thoughtful extras.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
13 July 2025
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Melania Trump wore a charm bracelet gifted by a family in the wake of the Texas floods.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
Noun
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Now more than 200 people have signed a petition seeking reinstatement of the class, Matson Tanner said, adding that the community did this entirely on its own.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 July 2025
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Over 17,000 people also signed a petition set up to campaign for her removal from Love Island season 7.—
Latoya Gayle,
People.com,
7 July 2025
Noun
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All kinds of vehicles hold a special fascination for kids, trucks in particular.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
11 July 2025
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Trump's fascination for mixed martial arts goes back years and his support for fighting sports goes back even further to his days hosting WrestleMania in Atlantic City, N.J. in 1988.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
4 July 2025
Verb
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The sources said Watson found no incriminating information that was used to prosecute Trump or the various right-wing, white supremacist groups and individuals who rallied to hear the president speak that day on the Ellipse in Washington.—
Jay Weaver
July 14,
Miami Herald,
14 July 2025
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And if an incriminating video existed, there wasn’t as big of a platform to share it on.—
Alyssa Goldberg,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Wheeler will not participate in the game, citing his desire to stay on routine to help the Phillies win in the second half.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
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At its core, this lifestyle aesthetic reflects a generation’s desire to return to a slower, simpler way of life.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 July 2025
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“Appeal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/appeal. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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