rally

a large gathering of people intended to arouse enthusiasm

the feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort; "he singled to start a rally in the 9th inning"; "he feared the rallying of their troops for a counterattack"

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; "after a short rally Connors won the point"

gather; "drum up support"

call to arms; of military personnel

gather or bring together; "muster the courage to do something"; "she rallied her intellect"; "Summon all your courage"

return to a former condition; "The jilted lover soon rallied and found new friends"; "The stock market rallied"

harass with persistent criticism or carping; "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"