rallying
UK: ˈræliɪŋ | US: ˈræliɪŋ
n. 1. The act of coming together for a common purpose or to revive strength.
n. 2. A gathering of people for political or social support.
v. (present participle of "rally") 1. To recover or regroup after a setback.
v. 2. To bring together for a shared cause.
The word "rally" originates from the French verb rallier, meaning "to reunite" or "to assemble again," derived from re- (again) + allier (to unite). The suffix -ing marks its present participle form, indicating ongoing action. Historically, "rally" was used in military contexts to describe troops regrouping, later expanding to social and political gatherings. The core idea of "reuniting" persists in modern usage.
The team is rallying after a disappointing first half.
Her speech was effective in rallying public support for the cause.
The stock market showed signs of rallying in the afternoon.
Protesters were rallying outside the government building.
His friends kept rallying around him during tough times.