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VocabJLPT N1

rally

Noun

Definitions

1. rally
2. Rallying

This katakana word has a couple of meanings borrowed from English. In sports like tennis or badminton, it refers to a rally — an extended back-and-forth exchange during play. It can also refer to a rally in the sense of a large gathering or demonstration of supporters.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Even if I lose, any day I manage a long rally is a good day.

Sentence 2

I want to win so badly I keep going for big shots, and I can't keep a rally going!

Sentence 3

He said "that's it, I'm done," and then kept rallying anyway.

Sentence 4

"That was nice!" someone shouted, and the rally kicked into high gear.

Sentence 5

Under the evening sky, the rally went on quietly.