The idea of going to college 'appealed to' him greatly. [=the idea was very appealing to him]
It is an idea that most people will 'find appealing'. [=that most people will like]
The offer is especially 'appealing to' young people who are buying their first car.
(..) Spread to the edges! ...is a young Caucasian male. His identity remains as yet unknown, and police are appealing to anyone who might recognize him to come forward. The search for the suspect is ongoing. Police pursued (..)2017 Baby Driver