(n)rally, rallyingthe feat of mustering strength for a renewed effort“he singled to start a rally in the 9th inning”, “he feared the rallying of their troops for a counterattack”
(v)muster, rally, summon, come up, muster upgather or bring together“muster the courage to do something”, “she rallied her intellect”, “Summon all your courage”
(v)tease, razz, rag, cod, tantalize, tantalise, bait, taunt, twit, rally, rideharass with persistent criticism or carping“The children teased the new teacher”, “Don't ride me so hard over my failure”, “His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie”