English dictionary
rally
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort
noun
- (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes
noun
- an automobile race run over public roads
noun
- a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm
noun
- a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness
verb
- return to a former condition
verb
- harass with persistent criticism or carping
verb
- call to arms; of military personnel
verb
- gather or bring together
verb
- gather
Example sentences
he singled to start a rally in the 9th inning
he feared the rallying of their troops for a counterattack
after a short rally Connors won the point
The jilted lover soon rallied and found new friends
The stock market rallied
The children teased the new teacher
Don't ride me so hard over my failure
His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie
muster the courage to do something
she rallied her intellect
Summon all your courage
drum up support