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rallying

American  
[ral-ee-ing] / ˈræl i ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the sport of driving in automobile rallies.


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Etymology

Origin of rallying

First recorded in 1955–60; rally 1 + -ing 1

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Japan earned a point in its opener, twice rallying from deficits to draw the Netherlands on Daichi Kamada’s goal in the 88th minute.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 19, 2026

The stock prices of the companies that are trying to bridge that gap are rallying.

From Barron's • Jun. 18, 2026

Many others are putting their money back into their homes and communities, or taking to the streets to organize anti-racist counterprotests, rallying thousands of Belfast residents with them.

From Slate • Jun. 15, 2026

It was inspired by the popular Moroccan football chant, which means "go, go", and she hopes it can become a global rallying call for all the teams in the tournament.

From BBC • Jun. 12, 2026

“Ah, Lord Peter, how good of you to call,” sang out the Duchess, rallying behind us.

From "Secrets at Sea" by Richard Peck

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