Pep Rally Definition & Meaning

Definition

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Synonyms pep rally American

noun

1. a meeting, especially of students before an interscholastic athletic contest, to stimulate group enthusiasm by rousing talks, songs, cheers, etc.

Etymology

Origin of pep rally

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

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Think of it as a pep rally where family members hype the gymnasts.

From Los Angeles Times

It’s the week of distractions for players and coaches, with interviews, banquets, pep rallies and constant phone calls seeking tickets.

From Los Angeles Times

Somewhere JV cheerleaders chant “Fight!” like it is a pep rally.

From Los Angeles Times

This month, Junipero Serra High School in Gardena had a pep rally to celebrate the achievements of what might be its least conventional team: its cutting-edge space squad.

From Los Angeles Times

The Angels threw a pep rally before the home opener, and some 3,000 fans gathered, wearing Trout jerseys of all sorts: home white, road gray, red, black, City Connect, throwback, All-Star and even hockey.

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