Appeal

Pronounced: uh-PEEL

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What it means: An appeal is when you ask a higher court to review a decision made by the judge in your case. You’re saying, “I think something went wrong and want it looked at again.”

Example: “I didn’t agree with the alimony decision, so I filed an appeal.”

When it's used: After the judge has made a final decision and you want it reviewed.

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