as in static
not moving
The deer stood there absolutely motionless, listening attentively.
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motionless
Adjective
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The typical org chart reflects a static structure, but the typical organization is dynamic by nature, made up of individuals, each with their own perspectives and areas of focus.—
Jay Sullivan,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025 -
According to SpaceX, findings from the static fire informed changes to the fuel feed lines to Starship's Raptor engines, adjustments to propellant temperatures, and a new operating thrust for the next test flight.—
Stephen Clark,
Ars Technica,
1 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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At the top of the list is a recall for Feel Good Foods’ frozen mac and cheese bites, which were pulled from stores nationwide after the discovery of metal contamination.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
3 Mar. 2025
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Frappuccinos are the biggest victim of Starbucks’ slim down, with about 40% of the frozen, coffee-like milkshakes being removed resulting in the reduction of non-seasonal flavors from 21 to 12.—
Jordan Valinsky,
CNN,
3 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Napa Valley, located in California, is renowned for its still wines but also boasts a growing sparkling wine industry.—
Lela London,
Forbes,
23 Nov. 2024
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Observers use a variety of geophysical, chemical, and biological sensors, as well as a still and video cameras to watch for signs of magma flow.—
Paul Smaglik,
Discover Magazine,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Similarly, Hey Buddy Hey Pal expects some families may opt to purchase wooden eggs instead of real ones.—
Sarah Whitten,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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The atmosphere is laid-back, with a minimalist but cozy interior - think wooden shelves stacked with bottles, a long communal table, and a warm, unpretentious vibe.—
Paul Caputo,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Going to Naples with a ‘blank canvas’ Styler has long had a relationship with Italy, having acted in three films in the country in the 1980s and giving birth to her third child, Eliot, in Pisa in 1990.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
28 Feb. 2025
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Fraser’s doofus-y blank face essentially requires his co-stars to do all the work and, uh … ain’t no way Ford’s working that hard.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Motionless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motionless. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.
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