Example Sentences

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It isn’t much of an answer, but the approaches endorsed by Mr. Harrelson and the legion of academicians and scientists who weigh in here are appealing in a commonsensical fashion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

The police are appealing for anyone with information about either attack to come forward.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Bass performs better with older voters, while Raman and Huang are appealing to younger voters, the poll found.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 22, 2026

Le Pen, the RN and 11 others are appealing the March 2025 ruling, which also sentenced her to four years in jail, with two suspended.

From Barron's • Feb. 11, 2026

Mental Pitch Suppose you are appealing only to the mind of your prospective employer—as when you quote figures to him—you should restrict your tone temporarily to the mental pitch.

From Certain Success by Hawkins, Norval A.