Yesterday, we talked about how to use “appeal” in conversation.
Today, let’s talk about another meaning.
This one is less common in conversation.
But you’ll definitely see it when you read the news.
APPEAL #2
Here are three news headlines that use “appeal.”
Police appeal for public assistance to locate stolen car
Donate to Venezuela Earthquake Appeal
Trump responds to Zelensky’s appeal for additional military aid
What does “appeal” mean here?
Yes, it’s a request.
What kind of request?
Men, do you appeal to your wives to spend a weekend with your friends?
Women, do you appeal to your husbands to fix the kitchen sink?
No, that would be strange.
You would just ask.
Use “appeal” when you want to be formal, when the request is urgent, or when it’s public.
Do a Google News search now. Read some articles that use “appeal,” and you’ll make your memory stronger.
And on Monday, we’ll talk about the third meaning.
(This will be useful if you’re a lawyer or if you like watching courtroom TV shows like The Lincoln Lawyer.)
Have a great weekend,
Mr. Vig
P.S.
What about “sex appeal”?
I forgot to teach this yesterday.
(It’s probably not what you think.)
To learn when and how to use “sex appeal” listen to today’s Atomic Homework Audio.
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