sally >> ˈsali
Definition: [noun] a sudden charge out of a besieged place against the enemy; a sortie.
Example: the garrison there made a sally against us
Definition: [noun] a witty or lively remark, especially one made as an attack or as a diversion in an argument; a retort.
Example: there was subdued laughter at this sally
Definition: [verb] make a military sortie.
Example: they sallied out to harass the enemy