rally
Pronunciation: [ˈræli]
Context: "games"
(noun) a rally is a period of play in a game like tennis or badminton, where the players hit the ball back and forth until someone misses. It's like a quick back-and-forth between two players, kind of like a friendly game.
Example
The rally lasted for ten minutes, and both players showed great skill.
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There was no rally in the last game because one player kept missing the ball.
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How long do you think the rally will last before someone loses?
Context: "motivation"
(verb) to rally means to come together or gather people to support a cause or to encourage each other, usually in a moment when they need strength or support. It's like when friends cheer each other up during a tough time.
Example
The team rallied together after the difficult loss and decided to try harder next time.
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They didn't rally support for the event, so many people stayed home.
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Can we rally the class to help clean up the playground?
Context: "gathering"
(noun) a rally is also a large gathering of people who come together for a common purpose, especially to support a cause or show their opinions. It's like a big meeting where everyone shows what they believe in.
Example
The rally for the new park was well-attended by families from all over the town.
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The rally was canceled because not enough people showed up to support it.
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What kind of messages will people bring to the rally?