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
Her work now focuses on helping others heal through movement and meditation sessions, and community support.
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
Winnipeg has multiple options, fast movement and an attack-first mentality at all times.
—Scott Powers, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
The number of farms and supply chain operators joining the regenerative movement grew fivefold in 2023, with an additional 640 supply chain companies committing to the program.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Dec. 2024
These words can be used to describe rapid movement.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
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Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 11 Jan. 2025
Winnipeg has multiple options, fast movement and an attack-first mentality at all times.
—Scott Powers, The Athletic, 10 Jan. 2025
The number of farms and supply chain operators joining the regenerative movement grew fivefold in 2023, with an additional 640 supply chain companies committing to the program.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 31 Dec. 2024
These words can be used to describe rapid movement.
—George Monastiriakos, Newsweek, 31 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for movement
Recent Examples of Synonyms for movement
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But when the campaign ends and governing begins, presidents must demonstrate an understanding of their role within the broader system.Claire Jerry, The Conversation, 14 Jan. 2025
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The Trump team’s efforts to crush dissent range from public-media campaigns targeting vulnerable senators in conservative states (and paid for by unelected billionaires) to more underhanded tactics aimed at intimidating and discrediting potentially hostile witnesses.Jane Mayer, The New Yorker, 14 Jan. 2025
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With the cancellation of Chucky and the move of Resident Alien to USA, Syfy has been relying solely on Canadian scripted originals such as SurrealEstate and the upcoming Revival.Peter White, Deadline, 10 Jan. 2025
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The move has sparked criticism from the community, including journalist Kara Swisher.Emma Roth, The Verge, 10 Jan. 2025
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The creator program marks the latest push from Dub to sway mom-and-pop investors to its platform, which encourages users to forgo traditional stock picking and instead duplicate other traders’ portfolios.Alex Harring, CNBC, 16 Jan. 2025
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In recent years, a push for full independence has grown more prominent.Sara Dorn, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025
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The change in leadership marks a shift for the Intelligence Committee.Cami Mondeaux, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 16 Jan. 2025
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Their answers reflected a broader shift in the public perception of Notre Dame, which has been known as one of the most polarizing programs in the sport for much of its history.Austin Meek, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
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Billionaires Bill Ackman and Elon Musk are among the anti-DEI crusade’s most outspoken advocates.Conor Murray, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
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The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act has been a years-long crusade for the Alabama Republican, who originally introduced it in 2023.Ryan Morik, Fox News, 10 Jan. 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 20 Jan. 2025.
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