ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD APPEAL
From Old French appeler, from Latin appellāre to entreat (literally: to approach), from pellere to push, drive.
Definition of appeal in the English dictionary
The first definition of appeal in the dictionary is a request for relief, aid, etc. Other definition of appeal is the power to attract, please, stimulate, or interest. Appeal is also an application or resort to another person or authority, esp a higher one, as for a decision or confirmation of a decision.
TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «APPEAL»
The term «appeal» is very widely used and occupies the
6.455 position in our list of most widely used terms in the
English dictionary.
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10 QUOTES WITH «APPEAL»
Famous quotes and sentences with the word
appeal.
I'm not trying to reinvent the wheel. I believe that clothes should make a woman feel beautiful. But sometimes it's the little things like cut and fit and sex appeal that make a large impact.
The prospect of being immortal doesn't excite me, but the prospect of being a materialistic idol for four years does appeal.
Autumn wins you best by this its mute appeal to sympathy for its decay.
I can remember loving to recruit. I knew I was going to do my best. But traveling and recruiting doesn't appeal to me any more. It's not as much fun as it used to be.
Ironically, that was quite a bit of the appeal of Rumours. It's equally interesting on a musical level and as a soap opera.
Every act of rebellion expresses a nostalgia for innocence and an appeal to the essence of being.
There are philosophical issues involved in that about choosing the right discount rate, the value, the future, and things like that which drive it. But its start with the premise that global warming is real and if you're a denier of that fact, then you're not going to find climate change mitigation policies to have particular appeal.
The only compensation, gained through the influence of nongovernmental organizations, consisted in slightly broadening for private individuals the possibility of access and appeal to the agencies enforcing the Covenant concerned with civil and political rights.
And that had a powerful appeal, particularly to those who had been denied the choice to stay on at school, to go to university, to be something else, other than going down the pit.
It's only a drawback in the States, where most people seem to have no real interest in other countries and the notion of a novel which might offer insight into life in the UK doesn't seem to appeal very widely.
10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «APPEAL»
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appeal in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
appeal and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
A powerful and shocking story of political and legal intrigue, from the master of the legal thriller, John Grisham.
Contains the articles by Ellen G. White which appeared in the book A Solemn Appeal Relative to the Solitary Vice and Abuses and Excesses of the Marriage Relation, published in 1870 by the Steam Press of Battle Creek.
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Socks
Appeal: 16 Fun & Funky Friends Sewn from Socks
'Socks Appeal' includes directions for 16 projects, including bunnies, penguins, kittens & turtles, suitable for all skill levels, including some easy enough for kids to make.
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Seven Days to Sex
Appeal: How to Be Sexier Without Surgery, ...
" --Eva Margolies Learn how to be more attractive and self-confident without relying on rhinoplasty, the latest diet du jour, or a different cup size with this seven-day guide on how to attract the best that life has to offer.
In this new edition of the Appeal, the distinguished historian Sean Wilentz draws on a generation of innovative research to throw fresh light on Walker's life and ideas--and their enduring importance.
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Appeal to Pity: Argumentum ad Misericordiam
A useful contribution to theories of argumentation and public address criticism, this book uses a pragmatic approach to understanding conversation as a way of elucidating the use of appeals to pity and sympathy.
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Magnetic
Appeal: MRI and the Myth of Transparency
Offers an in-depth exploration of the science and culture of MRI, examining its development and emergence as an imaging technology, its popular appeal and acceptance, and its current use in health care.
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A Legal Strategist's Guide to Trademark Trial and
Appeal ...
This first-of-its-kind treatment of U.S. Trademark Trial and Appeal Board Proceedings (TTAB) is written by a veritable ‘Who’s Who’ of trademark lawyers and specialists in the practice.
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An
Appeal from the New to the Old Whigs, in Consequence of ...
Edmund Burke .what necessity, which is out of and above all rule, rather imposes
than bestows) to free themselves from that primary engagement into which every
man born into a community as much contracts by his being born into it, as he ...
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Race
Appeal: How Candidates Invoke Race in U.S. Political ...
Race Appeal examines the use and influence such appeals have on voters in elections for federal office in which one candidate is a member of a minority group.
Charlton McIlwain, Stephen M Caliendo, 2011
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «APPEAL»
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appeal is used in the context of the following news items.
Jayalalithaa case- DMK files appeal against acquittal in Supreme …
Bengaluru, July 6: The DMK has filed an appeal before the Supreme Court challenging the acquittal of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister J Jayalalithaa ... «Oneindia, Jul 15»
Supreme Court Rejects Former Congressman's Appeal of Legal …
A week ago the Supreme Court turned down an appeal from former Republican Congressman Rick Renzi, who began serving a three-year ... «Christian Post, Jul 15»
Renewed appeal for help in finding missing man (72)
Gardaí have renewed their appeal for help in finding a missing 72-year-old man who hasn't been seen in month. James Joyce is missing from ... «Irish Times, Jul 15»
Police appeal over Geelong hit run
Police are appealing for public assistance after a hit and run in Geelong on Monday afternoon. Investigators believe a woman was hit by a car ... «The Age, Jul 15»
Orlando City will not file appeal on Kaka red card
The appeal process presents an uphill battle for any team, and with the referee citing violent conduct and Kaká's foot making contact with Real ... «Orlando Sentinel, Jul 15»
Fairplay fire company outlines grounds for appeal
The Fairplay Volunteer Fire Co. has filed a brief with the Maryland Court of Special Appeals outlining grounds for an appeal of a Washington ... «Herald-Mail Media, Jul 15»
RSA to appeal tribunal decision to award former CEO €1.25m
Ireland's biggest insurance company RSA has said it will appeal the decision of the Employment Appeals Tribunal which found in favour of ... «Irish Times, Jul 15»
Philip Nitschke wins appeal over medical licence suspension
The NT supreme court upheld Nitschke's appeal on Monday finding the emergency suspension of his licence by the MBA should not have been ... «The Guardian, Jul 15»
Dunga told Brazil not to appeal Neymar ban - CBF chief
Brazil's football association (CBF) general secretary Walter Feldman has revealed how national team coach Dunga supported Neymar's ... «Goal.com, Jul 15»
Tribunal: Melaye Accuses Tinubu Of Backing Adeyemi At Appeal Court
The Senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District, Dino Melaye, on Sunday alleged that a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, ... «SaharaReporters.com, Jul 15»