appealcourteously
verbUK /əˈpiːl ˈkɜːtiəsli/
US /əˈpiːl ˈkɝːtiəsli/
To ask for something in a very polite way.
She appealed courteously to the teacher for extra time on her project.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. To make a formal but respectful request to someone in authority.
The lawyer appealed courteously to the judge for a short delay.
3. To ask for help or support in a gentle and mannerly way.
He appealed courteously to his neighbors for help after the storm.
4. To plead politely for understanding or forgiveness.
She appealed courteously for a second chance after the mistake.