as in rallying
an act of gathering forces together to renew or attempt an effort
called for the prompt mobilization of all national resources to combat the deadly epidemic
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Recent Examples of mobilization
The autonomic nervous system shifts from a state of calm engagement to one of defensive mobilization.
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Amy Cuddy, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Jackson’s background also reinforced the importance of the Black church in Black political mobilization.
—Gibbs Knotts, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
Those who are more hardline, such as Machado, believe in more aggressive political action – such as mass mobilization and protests – and have less faith in elections, while moderates like González lean toward taking advantage of any political openings that exist, including elections.
—Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Internet shutdowns, mass arrests, intimidation through mourning and fear have crushed public mobilization — while negotiations with powerful states restore the regime’s standing on the global stage.
—Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
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Amy Cuddy, New York Times, 18 Feb. 2026
Jackson’s background also reinforced the importance of the Black church in Black political mobilization.
—Gibbs Knotts, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
Those who are more hardline, such as Machado, believe in more aggressive political action – such as mass mobilization and protests – and have less faith in elections, while moderates like González lean toward taking advantage of any political openings that exist, including elections.
—Alessandra Freitas, CNN Money, 15 Feb. 2026
Internet shutdowns, mass arrests, intimidation through mourning and fear have crushed public mobilization — while negotiations with powerful states restore the regime’s standing on the global stage.
—Pegah Banihashemi, Chicago Tribune, 15 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for mobilization
Noun
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December job openings fell to their lowest level since 2020 despite the stock market rallying further, data shows.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
18 Feb. 2026
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The chapter helps with rallying volunteers, fundraising and political messaging, among other things, members said.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
Noun
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There were more than 100 people at the rally.—
Stacy Brandt,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Feb. 2026
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The Suns opened the fourth with a 9-0 run, but a 3-pointer by Harper, followed by an and-one White floater and another three by Scheierman, snuffed out the brief rally.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Mobilization.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mobilization. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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