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mobilization

noun

ˌmō-bə-lə-ˈzā-shən

Definition of mobilization

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 Sectarian violence made religious mobilization increasingly unattractive, while foreign occupation provoked an awareness of Iraqi nationhood. — Mansoor Moaddel, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2026 The church unleashes a campaign—online and onsite—demanding the family’s religious freedom, and the most fervent outcry and mobilization come from the political far right. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 15 Oct. 2026 With early signals that are ambiguous and without a clear shock, mobilization lags. — Raj Panjabi, Time, 13 Oct. 2026 In April, the HRC announced plans to spend $15 million this election cycle on LGBT voter mobilization efforts. — Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mobilization

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With a $40M net production cost, Verity continues to underscore Amazon MGM Studios’ mark in the female content space, their Prime side rallying with series such as Off Campus and Elle to name a few.

— Anthony D'Alessandro, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2026
His 65-yard kickoff return for a touchdown started a late comeback for the host Bulldogs, who ended up rallying for a 28-25 South Suburban Red win over crosstown rival Oak Lawn.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 3 Oct. 2026

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Arizona stands out as the lone swing state among the president's recent stops, though the airport rally was in a county Trump won with 78% of the vote in 2024.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Oct. 2026
The El-Sayed campaign is deploying progressives to boost turnout, with Ocasio-Cortez set to hold some events Friday without El-Sayed, including a â€œLatinos for Abdulâ€� rally in Detroit.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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