move to

phrase

Synonyms of move tonext
1
: to cause (someone) to feel (an emotion and especially sadness or sympathy)
He's not easily moved to anger.
2
: to cause (someone) to act or think in a specified way
The report moved me to change my mind.
His arguments moved them to reconsider the plan.
I felt moved to speak.

Examples of move to in a Sentence

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Aston Villa have rejected a fresh bid from Al Hilal for Ollie Watkins, who is pushing for a move to the Saudi Pro League club. David Ornstein, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026 In fact, Schroeder specifically gave OOH a nod when discussing the NFL’s move to launch a Thanksgiving Eve game later this fall. Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 21 Aug. 2026 With Aledo’s move to Class 6A, the two area powerhouses could meet in the Class 6A Division II playoffs. Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Aug. 2026 His move to be the Sporting Director at Austin FC is expected to become official early next week. Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for move to

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“Move to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/move%20to. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

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