Mobilize vs Rally - What's the Difference?
Definition as Noun
- a marked recovery of strength or spirits during an illness
- an automobile race run over public roads
- (sports) an unbroken sequence of several successive strokes
- a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm
- the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort
Definition as Verb
- make ready for action or use
- call to arms; of military personnel
- get ready for war
- cause to move around
Definition as Verb
- gather
- call to arms; of military personnel
- gather or bring together
- return to a former condition
- harass with persistent criticism or carping
Examples
- "after a short rally Connors won the point"
- "he singled to start a rally in the 9th inning"; "he feared the rallying of their troops for a counterattack"
- "muster the courage to do something"; "she rallied her intellect"; "Summon all your courage"
- "The jilted lover soon rallied and found new friends"; "The stock market rallied"
- "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie"