rally
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ˈræ
lly
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British pronunciation
/ɹˈæli/

Definition & Meaning of "rally"in English

Rally
01

a large gathering of the public, especially those supporting a particular political idea or party

rally definition and meaning
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Thousands of people attended the rally to support the candidate's platform on healthcare reform.
The protest rally in the city center was organized to demand action on climate change.
02

an automobile or motorcycle race conducted on public roads or off-road courses

rally definition and meaning

What is a "rally"?

A rally is a type of motorsport where drivers race on public or private roads, often with mixed surfaces like gravel, dirt, snow, or asphalt. Rallies are typically held over long distances, with drivers navigating challenging courses, often with sharp turns, jumps, and uneven terrain. The races are usually broken into stages, with the driver and co-driver working together, where the co-driver reads pace notes to help the driver navigate the course. Rally racing requires a combination of speed, skill, and endurance, as well as the ability to adapt to varying road conditions and weather.

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The drivers prepared their cars for the next rally.
The rally spanned several hundred kilometers over rough terrain.
03

a continuous sequence of successive strokes in a game, especially in tennis or badminton

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The match lasted over an hour because of a long rally.
She won the point after an intense rally at the net.
04

an act of summoning strength, energy, or resources for a renewed effort

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He made a rally to finish the project despite exhaustion.
A rally of determination helped her overcome setbacks.
05

a noticeable recovery of health or spirits after illness or difficulty

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The patient showed a rally after a week of intensive care.
He experienced a brief rally before succumbing to the disease.
to rally
01

to come together, often for a common purpose

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Citizens rallied in the town square to protest.
Volunteers rallied to support the relief effort.
02

(of military personnel) to assemble, regroup, or prepare for action

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The troops rallied at dawn for the final assault.
Soldiers rallied after the retreat to defend the position.
03

to regain one's health and strength after a period of illness or injury

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After a few days of rest, he began to rally, showing signs of improvement in his strength and mobility.
The physical therapist was encouraged to see the patient rally after weeks of intensive rehabilitation sessions.
04

to bring together or unify people

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The leader rallied support for the new initiative.
Campaigners rallied volunteers for the election.
05

to tease or provoke with persistent criticism or mockery

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The players rallied him about missing the shot.
She was rallied by her coworkers for her unusual outfit.
06

(particularly of share prices or currencies) to rise after a decline

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After a steep drop, the stock market began to rally, giving investors hope for a recovery.
The company 's shares rallied in the afternoon, ending the day with a significant gain.
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