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Definition of: sally
(sal′ē) v.i. ·lied, ·ly·ing
1. To rush out suddenly.
2. To set out energetically.
3. To go out, as from a room or building.
—noun plural ·lies
1. A rushing forth, as of besieged troops against besiegers; sortie.
2. A going forth, as on a walk or excursion.
3. A sudden overflow of spirits; a witticism or bantering remark. [<OF saillie, orig. pp. fem. of saillir <L salire leap]
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