move on

verb

moved on; moving on; moves on

intransitive verb

: to go on to a different place, subject, activity, etc.
We've got a lot to see so let's move on.

Examples of move on in a Sentence

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When a leadership experience goes well, the natural response is to celebrate and move on. — Angela Cusack, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026 This full moon could also give you the strength to heal your past, let go and move on. — ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026 But for long-term bonds, which also move on factors including economic growth and inflation, some analysts say yields look set to remain elevated at multi-year highs. — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 24 Sep. 2026 The flap with a local news organization ended, allowing fans to move on to the next point of outrage. — Mac Engel september 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for move on

Word History

First Known Use

1690, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of move on was in 1690

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“Move on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/move%20on. Accessed 26 Sep. 2026.

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