Despite her injury, she 'gathered' her strength and was able to finish the race.
The children 'gathered' their toys (together) and put them away.
The players 'gathered' together to hear the coach's game plan.
(..) -No. Slink... -Oh, well, all right. You can be red if you want. -Not now, Slink. I got some bad news. -Bad news? Just gather everyone up for a staff meeting, and be happy. Got it. Be happy! Staff meeting, everybody! Snake, Robot, podium duty. (..)1995 Toy Story