as in movement
the act or an instance of changing position
we were instructed not to make any sudden motions or we might scare away the deer
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Recent Examples of motion
Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 3 Feb. 2023
If the judge approves the McDonald’s directors’ motion to dismiss, the claims against Mr. Fairhurst would be moot.
—Dylan Tokar, WSJ, 2 Feb. 2023
Literary Hub
july 8, Literary Hub, 8 July 2025
Marte had immediately motioned to the Padres dugout for assistance.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
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Noun
This Sole elliptical features a whisper-quiet drive system, functions in backwards and forwards motion, and has a power incline feature that adds resistance and up to 20 incline levels.
—Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 3 Feb. 2023
If the judge approves the McDonald’s directors’ motion to dismiss, the claims against Mr. Fairhurst would be moot.
—Dylan Tokar, WSJ, 2 Feb. 2023
Verb
Seeing nothing amiss, the sergeant took the forged pass and motioned for Calvin to go inside.
—Literary Hub
july 8, Literary Hub, 8 July 2025
Marte had immediately motioned to the Padres dugout for assistance.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motion
Noun
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Revelations about President Donald Trump's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, and demands that the Justice Department release further documentation about the Epstein case, have sent shockwaves through the MAGA movement.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 July 2025
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Many modern employee benefits, including the 40-hour workweek, paid time off, sick leave and workplace safety, were made possible through the labor movement.—
Alexis Simmerman,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
Verb
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After Cody Rhodes Beats John Cena Cody Rhodes begged the referee to call the match off, but Cena waved the ref off.—
Alfred Konuwa,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Fans waved light sticks, creating a field-wide, multi-colored garden of neon light that bounced to the rhythms and melodies played by Twice’s live backing band.—
Althea Legaspi,
Rolling Stone,
3 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Hulk Hogan gestures to the audience during his Hulkamania Tour at the Burswood Dome on November 24, 2009 in Perth, Australia.—
Ben Verbrugge,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 July 2025
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Standing in front of an empty lot one afternoon in the Georgia heat, Katie Chubb gestures to the place where she's been trying to open a birth center for six years.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
27 July 2025
Noun
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The Athletic reported on July 24 that Newcastle were considering a move for the 22-year-old in the event that Alexander Isak leaves the club, with the Swedish striker wanting a transfer this summer.—
David Ornstein,
New York Times,
2 Aug. 2025
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French President Emmanuel Macron announced the move as part of a plea for Israel to permit full humanitarian access, Reuters reported.—
Peter Aitken,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Upcoming projects and collaborations with auction houses signal Super Niche’s ambition to redefine luxury as a cultural movement, not just a status symbol.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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Rainy weather driving tips Switch on headlights - Even during daylight hours, using headlights can enhance visibility and signal your presence to other drivers.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
28 July 2025
Noun
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But meteorologists expect a shift in the forecast as monsoon moisture begins to move in, which could help firefighters extinguish the flames.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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In my experience, navigating this shift and the possible scenarios for your business is important for success in SaaS markets.—
Mindaugas Čaplinskas,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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“Motion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motion. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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