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sallied

 

[ ˈsæli ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

military action

To sally is to rush forth, especially from a military position. It often refers to a sudden charge or an attack made by troops against an enemy. The term can also imply a bold or daring effort in a situation.

Synonyms

advance, charge, rush, sortie

Examples of usage

  • The troops sallied out to confront the advancing enemy.
  • After a long siege, the castle’s defenders made a desperate sally.
  • The knights sallied forth to reclaim their honor in battle.
Context #2 | Verb

figurative use

In a figurative sense, to sally can also mean to set out on a journey or venture with enthusiasm. It evokes the image of embarking on an adventure or engaging in an outburst of wit or humor.

Synonyms

burst, embarked, exclaimed, ventured

Examples of usage

  • They sallied forth into the world of literature with their new book.
  • She sallied into a spirited debate about the merits of the policy.
  • The children sallied into the field, excited for their day of fun.

Translations

Translations of the word "sallied" in other languages:

🇵🇹 saiu

🇮🇳 निकल गया

🇩🇪 ausgebrochen

🇮🇩 keluar

🇺🇦 вийшов

🇵🇱 wyszedł

🇯🇵 出発した

🇫🇷 sorti

🇪🇸 salió

🇹🇷 dışarı çıktı

🇰🇷 나갔다

🇸🇦 خرج

🇨🇿 vyšel

🇸🇰 vyšiel

🇨🇳 出发

🇸🇮 odšel

🇮🇸 fór út

🇰🇿 шықты

🇬🇪 გამოიდა

🇦🇿 çıxdı

🇲🇽 salió

Etymology

The word 'sally' comes from the Old French 'sallie', which means 'a leap' or 'a sudden move'. Its etymology can be traced further back to the Latin 'salire', meaning 'to leap or jump'. Historically, the term became popular in military contexts where a sally signifies a sudden offensive movement from a fortified position. In literature and everyday speech, it has taken on a more figurative meaning, where it can describe a spirited adventure or a clever remark. It reflects the notion of spontaneity and boldness, which resonates in various aspects of human expression—from battles to everyday conversations.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,777, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.