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noun

ə-ˈpēl How to pronounce appeal (audio)
Definition of appealnext
1
as in plea
an earnest request made an appeal to the public to donate desperately needed blood

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2
as in attractiveness
the power of irresistible attraction that hot new actress has a certain indescribable appeal

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appeal

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verb

as in to book

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Recent Examples of appeal
Noun
So much of raving’s appeal is about the potential of magic happening. — Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026 Quiroz-Mata in his appeal argued that Reyes is abusive to him and alienating his child from him, the order states. — Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 15 July 2026
Verb
Maybe, Cook and other analysts suggested, another candidate could better appeal to independents in Maine who are tired of Collins but aren’t particularly eager to embrace populism. — Elaine Godfrey, The Atlantic, 9 July 2026 Jones has 10 days to appeal the suspension, which was effective as of close of business Thursday. — Grant Lancaster, Arkansas Online, 9 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for appeal
Recent Examples of Synonyms for appeal
  1. plea
  2. attractiveness
  3. book
  4. prayer
  5. charm
  6. incriminate
  7. petition
  8. fascination
Noun
  • Ahead of the summit, Zelensky is using the attacks on Kyiv to renew his plea for allies to supply Ukraine with missiles for Patriot systems.
    — Helen Regan, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
  • Robinson has not yet entered a plea, and his attorneys have not commented on his guilt or innocence.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
Definition of plea
Noun
  • Owners can enhance their business's attractiveness by packaging existing services into ongoing agreements, transforming it into a more predictable and transferable asset for sale.
    — Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • The body-hugging jean aligns with the viral phenomenon centered on maximizing physical attractiveness through deliberate changes to appearance, grooming, fitness, style and medical procedures.
    — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Verb
  • Detectives arrested Ramon without incident and booked him into county jail.
    — Jason Green, Mercury News, 10 July 2026
  • That next step could be booking a demo, applying for a job, completing a training, sharing the message internally or feeling more confident in the company.
    — Tavares Beverly, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of book
Noun
  • For many who are caught in, recovering from or trying to avoid the next heatwave, their prayers for rain might well be answered.
    — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 13 July 2026
  • As Wabasha grieves, Hust said coming together in prayer and support is the first step in what will be a long healing process.
    — Ashley Grams, CBS News, 13 July 2026
Definition of prayer
Noun
  • The amenities at Coligny Beach Park are one of the main reasons why this particular beach is so popular (beyond its natural charm, of course).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Part of his charm here included playing the stalwart father figure to two terrified kids — someone a child could trust to stick around and keep watch all night when the dinosaurs came chomping.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 July 2026
Definition of charm
Verb
  • On the stand the players refused to incriminate themselves, instead blaming each other or pointing fingers at the gamblers, who muddied the waters even further.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 14 July 2026
  • Following her arrest, Ryan allegedly made several incriminating statements while speaking with investigators.
    — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026
Definition of incriminate
Noun
  • The vote came to 5-2, in the petition’s favor, with McMullen himself and member Kaety Bowers voting no.
    — Zuri Primos July 15, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026
  • Nearly 900 people signed a petition against the rezoning in recent months.
    — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
Definition of petition
Noun
  • But they're all connected by a love for adventure and a fascination with science—they're here to enjoy Lindblad's iconic education component that frequently sets the company apart from other expedition cruise lines.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Hollywood’s fascination with YouTube creators is going to the next level.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026
Definition of fascination

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