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Appeal to Emotion

The Fallacy

Trying to make someone feel sad, angry, or scared so they agree with you, instead of giving a real reason.

Why it's wrong

Instead of explaining why something is a good idea, you try to make people feel bad if they don't do what you want.

Example

Please let me stay up late to watch TV! If you don't, I will be the saddest kid in the whole world and I'll cry all night.

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