Rally
Word of the Day
What is Rally?
verb
To come together for a common purpose or to recover strength or spirits after a setback.
Pronunciation
Why This Word?
Chosen to highlight the remarkable comebacks and unifying efforts observed in sports and global events on this date.
Examples of Use
Here's how this word appears in everyday language:
The community rallied together to rebuild after the storm.
Investors are hoping the market will rally after the recent downturn.
She rallied from illness to compete in the marathon.
Word Origins
From French rallier, meaning “to reunite” or “to bring together again”.
Initially used in military contexts to describe troops regrouping; now broadly applied to various forms of recovery and unity.
First appearance in English: 17th century
Word Family
Related forms of this word:
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Verb:
The soldiers rallied after the surprise attack.
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Noun:
The political rally drew thousands of supporters.
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Adjective:
The rallied team showed remarkable determination.
Around the World
How this word appears in other languages:
- Spanish: recuperarse / reagruparse
- French: se rallier / se ressaisir
- German: sich sammeln / sich erholen
- Italian: raccogliersi / riprendersi
- Portuguese: reunir-se / recuperar-se
If you Already Know This Word
If you've mastered this word, try these more advanced alternatives:
Resurge
Emphasizes a rise or increase after a decline; “rally” includes the aspect of collective effort.
Rebound
Often used in sports or finance to describe a quick recovery; “rally” can imply a more sustained effort.
Mobilize
Focuses on organizing people for action; “rally” includes the emotional or motivational aspect of coming together.
Regroup
Specifically refers to reorganizing after a setback; “rally” encompasses both regrouping and renewed action.
Fun Facts
- The term “rally” is used in finance to describe a period of sustained increases in the prices of stocks, bonds, or indexes.
- In tennis, a “rally” refers to a sequence of back-and-forth shots between players during a point.
Cultural Usage
- In the 2025 Tour Championship, John Higgins rallied from a significant deficit to claim victory.
- Stephen Bunting rallied to win his first European Tour title at the International Darts Open.
Common Mistakes
Often confused with “assembly” or “gathering”; however, “rally” emphasizes the aspect of recovery or renewed effort.
Micro Story
After a series of losses, the team managed to rally and secure a spot in the playoffs.