MOTILITY Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

motility

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Definition of motility

as in mobility

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Recent Examples of motility Nicotine, marijuana and excess alcohol have all been linked to lower sperm count, poor motility and abnormal shape. — Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026 That disruption can manifest years later as irritable bowel syndrome, chronic stomach pain or motility issues like constipation and diarrhea. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 25 Mar. 2026 Several months later — the mouse equivalent of young adulthood — the rodents were more likely to show anxiety-like behaviors, along with gut pain and motility (movement) issues like constipation or diarrhea. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 16 Mar. 2026 Gut motility, the process by which the digestive system processes food and expels stool, tends to slow with aging. — Catherine Ho, San Francisco Chronicle, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for motility

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Accessibility Offering dedicated rooms for those with limited mobility, elevator access to all floors, and specialized light indicators on room numbers and in-room telephones, the property prides itself on being accessibility-friendly.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Many individuals with hidden or dynamic disabilities delay using mobility aids due to societal judgment, causing health issues and career setbacks.

— Keely Cat-Wells, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of mobility

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Importantly, the robot maintained stable locomotion throughout testing, showing that the AI controller could effectively harness passive energy stored in the compliant feet without introducing instability or excessive corrective movements.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Aug. 2026
Its locomotion is built around a four-wheel omnidirectional drivetrain, with its metal-core Mecanum wheels cased in rubber offering 360-degree movement.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Aug. 2026

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Inspect mirrors or lenses for damage, test the mount for smooth motion and ask about usage history.

— Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Last week, federal prosecutors filed a motion to dismiss the case against labor leader David Huerta, who was arrested during the first day of summer immigration raids in the Southland and charged with obstructing a federal officer.

— Seamus Bozeman, Los Angeles Times, 4 Aug. 2026

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