respectfulappeals
nounUK /rɪˈspektfʊl əˈpiːlz/
US /rɪˈspektfəl əˈpilz/
Polite ways of asking someone to do something.
The teacher used respectful appeals to ask the class to quiet down.
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2. Formal requests made in a courteous and considerate manner.
The committee sent respectful appeals to the city council for more parks.
3. Ways of asking for help that show good manners.
Her respectful appeals for assistance were answered quickly.
4. Kind and polite invitations or suggestions.
He made respectful appeals to his friends to join the cleanup.