1
as in shifting
the act or an instance of changing position
a sudden movement in the far corner of the room made her turn in that direction
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2
as in campaign
a series of activities undertaken to achieve a goal
a movement for political reform in the city
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Recent Examples of movement
The Tesla Takedown movement is urging people to sell their Tesla cars and stock.
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Npr Staff, NPR, 5 Apr. 2025
The series explores Sócrates’ unusual trajectory from a childhood in the lower Amazonian state of Pará, to becoming a soccer star and launching a democracy movement based on his experiences in the sport.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Apr. 2025
The group had paused attacks in January after Israel and the Palestinian Hamas movement reached a ceasefire in Gaza but has resumed strikes in the wake of Israel scrapping the truce.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
Crypto Is Too Big To Ignore One clear implications of this movement in OCC policy, especially when take in conjunction with other policy adjustments so far in 2025, is that the crypto sector is becoming too big to ignore.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Npr Staff, NPR, 5 Apr. 2025
The series explores Sócrates’ unusual trajectory from a childhood in the lower Amazonian state of Pará, to becoming a soccer star and launching a democracy movement based on his experiences in the sport.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 5 Apr. 2025
The group had paused attacks in January after Israel and the Palestinian Hamas movement reached a ceasefire in Gaza but has resumed strikes in the wake of Israel scrapping the truce.
—Newsweek Staff, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Apr. 2025
Crypto Is Too Big To Ignore One clear implications of this movement in OCC policy, especially when take in conjunction with other policy adjustments so far in 2025, is that the crypto sector is becoming too big to ignore.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 23 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for movement
Noun
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Wharton idly wonders how Serena figures in the new PR campaign: Shouldn’t Gilead’s global ambassador be in New Bethlehem to greet the new arrivals?—
Kimberly Roots,
TVLine,
8 Apr. 2025
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Fans demanded justice for Jennifer Coolidge's Tanya following season 2 — don't be surprised if Chelsea gets a similar campaign next season.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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By trying to replace income tax revenue with tariff revenue—a move endorsed by Trump himself—the U.S. is doubling down on protectionism as a cornerstone of fiscal policy.—
Bob Haber,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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In his analysis of reasons for interstate moves for the years 2020-2021 and 2022-2023, a new job or a job transfer came up as the top reason for both years (29.5 percent and 33.5 percent, respectively).—
Lee Habeeb,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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This move is part of a broader push by the Trump administration to use government funding to enforce its political agenda in academic institutions.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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Trump's push for a manufacturing renaissance has helped secure at least $1.6 trillion in U.S. investment pledges.—
Axios,
Axios,
9 Apr. 2025
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Structural shifts in the Australian market, such as Disney+’s ESPN integration in 2025 and DAZN’s Foxtel acquisition, are also likely to continue.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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Structural shifts such as Disney+’s ESPN integration and DAZN’s Foxtel acquisition are expected to reshape the competitive landscape, though weakening consumer sentiment presents potential headwinds.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
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Then there is the reality that neither Sanders nor Warren was ever able to attract significant numbers of voters of color to their crusades, a base crucial to winning the Democratic nomination.—
Laura Washington,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2025
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Thus is the folly of Trump’s crusade against DEI at universities.—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
2 Apr. 2025
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In open session at 5 p.m., the council will give final approval to a change in council procedures to allow for a motion and second before further consideration of an agenda item.—
Laura Groch
Feb. 5,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Feb. 2023
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The ruling, issued Monday by U.S. District Judge Paul Crotty in the Southern District of New York, denied a motion brought by individuals and mental health organizations in December.—
Celina Tebor,
CNN,
4 Feb. 2023
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“Movement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/movement. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.
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