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
Dan Hayes, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
After hitting a three-pointer, Morant motioned his arms to that of a large gun.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 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
Correa noticed López motioning toward his leg during a walk of Jonathan India and immediately went to the mound for a visit.
—Dan Hayes, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
After hitting a three-pointer, Morant motioned his arms to that of a large gun.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motion
Noun
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The physical symptoms of anxiety, racing thoughts, tightness in the chest, and excess energy can be redirected into movement (exercise), mindfulness, or strategic thinking.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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Barragan said he was shaped by his upbringing in the Kern County town of Delano, where his family was active in the United Farm Workers movement that staged marches, boycotts and strikes in defiance of powerful Central Valley growers in the 1960s and ‘70s.—
Libor Jany,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Rumi waves to the crowd, and her mom continues to serenade her.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
29 Apr. 2025
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Elon Musk waving around a chain saw was more than an instantly viral moment.—
Jonathan Swan,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Norris then gestured to the security team, and the men walked over and grabbed Borrenpohl, telling her to cooperate as Norris stood by, appearing to record the incident on a cellphone.—
Alexandra Duggan,
Idaho Statesman,
22 Apr. 2025
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There were screams from Nguyen, cheers from Bowe, and King gestured to the sky and kneeled down to the ground.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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Against a background of increasing impatience from the United States, both moves appeared aimed by the Kremlin leader at signalling to President Trump that Russia is still interested in peace.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2025
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Here are some of Martin’s most contentious moves so far.—
Andy Kroll,
ProPublica,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Republican lawmakers have signaled intentions to cut or alter a variety of healthcare programs that deliver PrEP.—
Joshua P. Cohen,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The comments signal a possible thawing in U.S.-China relations after President Donald Trump hiked tariffs as high as 145% and Beijing retaliated.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
3 May 2025
Noun
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But that house of password cards, dear reader, is about to come crashing down as Microsoft announces a dramatic shift in security emphasis from app to browser.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The drone attack on Port Sudan indicates a major shift in the two-year conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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“Motion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motion. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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