make a move

phrase

British, informal

: to leave a place

It's been a lovely evening, but it's time we were making a move.

Examples of make a move in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Do the Bears have enough draft picks remaining to make a move? — Sean Hammond, Chicago Tribune, 10 Nov. 2026

The Broncos and Vikings are reportedly less inclined to make a move for Taylor, 27, as of now, while the Giants remain hopeful. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2026

His outing will only amplify the noise for the Chiefs to make a move at wide receiver at next week’s deadline. — Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2026

Romano even recalled a time when Johansson tried to make a move on her older brother during a group sleepover at her house … not typically the makings of a close friendship. — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2026

Rhymes for make a move

• approve
• disprove
• improve
• remove
• reprove
• disapprove
• groove
• prove