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