rally the troops

idiom

: to urge everyone to work harder
As the deadline approached, it was clear that we needed to rally the troops.

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For the 19th year, Max Mara was sponsoring the gala that brought together women in Hollywood to celebrate achievements, empower and inspire and rally the troops during a particularly challenging moment for the entertainment industry when production and ticket sales are down. Booth Moore, WWD, 25 Oct. 2024 Although the army stayed in its quarters during the protests ostensibly to avoid civilian casualties, the attacks allowed Munir to consolidate his command and rally the troops around the claim that the events of May 9 amounted to a national tragedy that demanded a firm and decisive response. Aqil Shah, Foreign Affairs, 16 June 2023 Next, Salas will rally the troops for a night at Diaspora, a dance party that pops up around the city specializing in afro beats, reggaeton, and dancehall music. Scarlett Lindeman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 May 2023 Meanwhile, Maria tried to rally the troops against Charlie. Brian Anthony Hernandez, Peoplemag, 16 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for rally the troops 

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“Rally the troops.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rally%20the%20troops. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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