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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Why The Industry Is Moving Now​ Markets move on economic pressure, not environmental conviction. — Jeff Tkach, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026 Each play is a life of its own and let’s go try to win that play, then move on to the next. — Kyle Hightower, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026 The decision to move on from Evero was ultimately Canales’ decision, the coach said. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 30 Oct. 2026 The action is captured through remarkable camera work that follows Vrankova’s every move on the ice, often at dizzying speeds and arcs. — Will Tizard, Variety, 30 Oct. 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 31 Oct. 2026.

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