put in/into motion

phrase

: to begin (something, such as a plan or process)

They will be taking steps to put the divorce proceedings in/into motion.

Examples of put in/into motion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Ed O’Bannon’s case over the unauthorized use of college athletes’ likenesses in video games—a case that played a crucial role in states adopting NIL statutes—put in motion the eventual changes the NCAA and its member institutions decided to adopt. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 9 Mar. 2026

Whitmer also put into motion a $1 million fund for state police to investigate and prosecute these violators. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 2 Mar. 2026

The intensity of Sunday was put into motion early by World center Victor Wembanyama, who scored seven points in the first 90 seconds of play and blocked three shots in the first 12-plus minutes. — David K. Li, NBC news, 16 Feb. 2026

This process was put into motion three weeks ago, when Minnesota’s ownership group met to review the season. — Dianna Russini, New York Times, 3 Feb. 2026