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The correct spelling is sallied.

How to pronounce sallied

verb

Say it like: Sal-lee-d

The correct spelling is sallied. To make a sudden attack (e.g. on an enemy from a defended position). For example: "A feeding strategy of some birds is to sally out from a perch to snatch an insect and then returning to the same or a different perch."

Usage Examples

A feeding strategy of some birds is to sally out from a perch to snatch an insect and then returning to the same or a different perch.

As she sallied forth from her boudoir, you would never have guessed how quickly she could strip for action. - William Manchester

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To make a sudden attack (e.g. on an enemy from a defended position).
  2. 2.To set out on an excursion; venture; depart (often followed by "forth.")
  3. 3.To venture off the beaten path.

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