1
as in to relocate
to change the place or position of
I need you to move all your books off that chair before company gets here
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2
as in to drive
to set or keep in motion
the hands of the wall clock are moved by battery
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3
as in to shift
to change one's position
don't move while I'm trying to draw your portrait
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as in to affect
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
we were deeply moved by the program of patriotic music
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as in to encourage
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the heartfelt appeal moved the people to reach into their pockets and donate generously
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as in to persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
the report moved me to change my mind about the issue
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as in to activate
to cause to function
this one button moves the whole machine
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as in to exit
to leave a place often for another
the police officer told the loiterers to move along
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as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
retiring early was a smart move
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as in shifting
the act or an instance of changing position
don't make a move
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Recent Examples of move
Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
But yeah, clearly a lot of us would love to see these shows move very quickly from Broadway to the road.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
The move marks the end of Ambush’s partnership with New Guards Group, which had acquired a majority stake in 2020.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 14 Apr. 2025
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Verb
With extensive experience in industrial design, the duo has taken a holistic approach to their craft, moving beyond aesthetics to focus on psychology, functionality, and storytelling.
—Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
But yeah, clearly a lot of us would love to see these shows move very quickly from Broadway to the road.
—Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 14 Apr. 2025
Noun
This trade could signal several upcoming moves from the Sky.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
The move marks the end of Ambush’s partnership with New Guards Group, which had acquired a majority stake in 2020.
—Mecca Pryor, Essence, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for move
Verb
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Boca Raton parks and recreation officials are looking to improve and update the city’s parks by analyzing the existing parks to determine what changes are needed the most and where to relocate some of the city’s current facilities.—
South Florida Sun Sentinel,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Apr. 2025
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The couple relocated to the Eastern Shore two years ago.—
Todd Karpovich,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Apr. 2025
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The Ontario Home Builders’ Association warned last month that tariffs and counter-tariffs on steel and aluminum products would likely drive up the costs of construction materials, making building and buying new homes more expensive, worsening the housing affordability issue.—
Hira Humayun,
CNN Money,
20 Apr. 2025
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The study found a 6% annual decline, driven by poaching, habitat loss and weak law enforcement.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Also worth noting: The back panels can shift to accommodate double-ended dildos.—
Malia Griggs,
SELF,
21 Apr. 2025
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Not just as a matter of technical FX movement, but as a signal of political ambition, shifting global sentiment, and increasing systemic risk.—
Carrie McCabe,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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The precise extent of the cancellations and the specific products affected remain unclear.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The bill's requirement to show proof of citizenship in person would affect millions more voters who do have the documentation but register by mail or online, the Brennan Center said.—
Caitlin Yilek,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2025
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The goal of the tax subsidies was to encourage more Americans to save for retirement.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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For example, a VP of sales looking at declining numbers could stop themselves from commanding their team to call an additional 50 leads by the end of week and instead encourage their sales team to be more proactive.—
Michelle Stansbury,
Forbes.com,
19 Apr. 2025
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Another factor that might hamper Chelsea’s attempts to persuade Rak-Sakyi to stay is what has happened to his brother, Jesurun.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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The administration is expected to return to the Supreme Court quickly in an effort to persuade the justices to lift their temporary order.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
19 Apr. 2025
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Troopers located the Tesla and allegedly observed the vehicle traveling in the center lane at approximately 30 mph with its four-way hazard lights activated.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
18 Apr. 2025
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Mars and Pluto activate your Leo-Aquarius axis on April 26, stirring questions about career, leadership, and emotional safety.—
Colin Bedell,
Them.,
18 Apr. 2025
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More drastically, the United States could exit the World Bank entirely, as called for by Project 2025.—
Ngaire Woods,
Foreign Affairs,
22 Apr. 2025
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As the two fought, another suspect exited a car and joined in the confrontation, deputies said.—
Daniella Segura,
Sacbee.com,
22 Apr. 2025
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“Move.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/move. Accessed 27 Apr. 2025.
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