rallies
word · lemma: rally
Definition
Events where people gather together to show support for a cause, political movement, or team. In sports, it can also mean sequences where players take turns hitting the ball.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used for political or social gatherings ('hold rallies'). In sports (like tennis or volleyball), 'rally' means a back-and-forth exchange. Plural 'rallies' rarely refers to car races in everyday English. Often confused with 'protests,' but rallies aren't always confrontational.
Example Sentences
Thousands of people joined the political rallies downtown.
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The sports team held rallies to inspire their fans.
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There were several rallies for environmental awareness last week.
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After a series of passionate rallies, the crowd left energized and hopeful.
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During the tennis match, there were many exciting rallies between the players.
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Community leaders organized rallies to spread the word about the new campaign.
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