move on

verb

moved on; moving on; moves on

intransitive verb

: to go on to a different place, subject, activity, etc.
We've got a lot to see so let's move on.

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Most bird nests are legally protected, so if eggs or chicks are present, leave the nest undisturbed until the birds move on. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 29 June 2026 The series just wrapped shooting in Barcelona and moves on to Amsterdam. Leo Barraclough, Variety, 30 June 2026 Enjoyment leads globally, so optimize for enjoyment and move on. Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 In the current version of the podcast, Theroux moves on to talk about the film London Fields, for which Heard won a Razzie. Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for move on

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“Move on.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/move%20on. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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