appeals

word · lemma: appeal

/əˈpiɫz/
uh-PEELZ
/ɐpˈiːlz/
uh-PEELZ

Definition

'Appeals' is the plural of 'appeal.' It can refer to requests for help or support, legal challenges to decisions, or things that attract or interest people.

Usage & Nuances

'Appeals' is used in formal and informal contexts. In law, it means legal cases asking for a review. It can also mean requests ('charity appeals') or describe qualities that attract people ('the movie's appeals'). Be careful not to confuse it with 'appalls.'

Example Sentences

The court received several appeals last week.

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Many charities make appeals for donations at Christmas.

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The city tried different appeals to encourage tourism.

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After two failed appeals, the decision was final.

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The ad's bright colors and humor are some of its main appeals.

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He ignores most sales appeals because he doesn’t like being pressured.

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