mobilizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of mobilize
as in organizes
to assemble and make ready for action we are prepared to mobilize the troops on very short notice

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Recent Examples of mobilizes The Houston megastar’s contribution also arrives as a broad coalition of Latin artists, athletes and organizations mobilizes to support Chocó’s recovery. — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 26 Aug. 2026 Sneha Revanur, 22, of San Jose, California, is the founder and president of Encode, an organization that mobilizes youth to call for safer and more equitable artificial intelligence. — Caroline Neal, Louisville Courier Journal, 25 Aug. 2026 The training substantially mobilizes more proteins and other molecules in the hours after exercising. — Will Stone, NPR, 24 Aug. 2026 South Florida mobilizes aid As families await news, local organizations and governments are coordinating relief efforts. — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026 Scratching the bite also mobilizes saliva and encourages more histamine release, which causes the itching in the first place. — Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 29 July 2026 The lunar eclipse in Pisces on August 28 mobilizes your 11th house of groups and allies one last time. — Steph Koyfman, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 The 2026 midterms hinge on whether this core Democratic coalition mobilizes, rather than focusing on Carlson's uncertain future. — Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 Through HopeHub, individuals connect with a community advocate who mobilizes faith and community partners to address immediate needs while building long-term stability in housing, healthcare and employment, then are guided to Arkansas Launch for job opportunities, training and career support. — Arkansas Online, 21 June 2026
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  1. rallies
  2. activates
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  • In last Friday’s episode of the Outlander prequel, written by Toni Graphia and directed by Azhur Saleem, Ellen MacKenzie (Harriet Slater) rallies the women of her clan to thwart a surprise attack on Castle Leoch.
    — Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Oct. 2026
  • And in addition to the in-person rallies, the president is doing dozens of tele-rallies, simultaneously.
    — Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of rallies
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  • The declaration activates the state's emergency management plan to prepare for hurricanes and other potential natural disasters, allowing actions including the deployment of personnel and equipment to respond.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The geometry of the dome itself regulates ventilation and activates natural air circulation through the stack effect, complemented by floor-level air intake to prevent direct drafts and maintain a consistent microclimate.
    — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of activates

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“Mobilizes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mobilizes. Accessed 10 Oct. 2026.

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