1
as in to relocate
to change the place or position of
I need you to move all your books off that chair before company gets here
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2
as in to drive
to set or keep in motion
the hands of the wall clock are moved by battery
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as in to shift
to change one's position
don't move while I'm trying to draw your portrait
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as in to affect
to act upon (a person or a person's feelings) so as to cause a response
we were deeply moved by the program of patriotic music
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as in to encourage
to rouse to strong feeling or action
the heartfelt appeal moved the people to reach into their pockets and donate generously
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as in to persuade
to cause (someone) to agree with a belief or course of action by using arguments or earnest requests
the report moved me to change my mind about the issue
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as in to activate
to cause to function
this one button moves the whole machine
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as in to exit
to leave a place often for another
the police officer told the loiterers to move along
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as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
retiring early was a smart move
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as in shifting
the act or an instance of changing position
don't make a move
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Recent Examples of move
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
The club moved long-injured reliever Brusdar Graterol to the 60-day disabled list to make room on the 40-man roster.
—CBS News, 17 May 2026
Cole Premo, CBS News, 27 May 2026
The move was part of a nationwide campaign to redraw congressional districts ahead of the November elections.
—Mary Ramsey
may 26, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
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Verb
Legions of personal, merry staff members move around the place with an practiced efficiency that belies the newness of their jobs.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
The club moved long-injured reliever Brusdar Graterol to the 60-day disabled list to make room on the 40-man roster.
—CBS News, 17 May 2026
Noun
Frey's renomination of Barnette as commissioner of community safety was rejected by the City Council, but Frey vetoed the move and the council lacked the votes to override him.
—Cole Premo, CBS News, 27 May 2026
The move was part of a nationwide campaign to redraw congressional districts ahead of the November elections.
—Mary Ramsey
may 26, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for move
Verb
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Residents should not return, transport or relocate the plant, or place it in the trash or compost bin, according to the advisory.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
27 May 2026
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The pest does not threaten humans or animals, but residents should not return, transport, relocate, dispose of or compost the plants, as that could spread the infestation.—
Allison Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
27 May 2026
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McCarthy doubled in the ninth to move Kyle Karros to third before Rumfield drove him home with a sac fly to right field for a 9-8 lead.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2026
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The blend of plush but no-nonsense North American furnishings with opulent Ottomania creates a visually exotic yet comfort-driven aesthetic.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Introducing a live-in partner too quickly can unintentionally shift that balance.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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According to a report by Channel 13, the Israeli army was surprised by the scale of the fire as well as Hezbollah's decision to shift its operational policy in response to the expansion of Israel’s ground operations beyond the Litani River.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Arkansas coach Courtney Deifel was asked if her team’s 5-3 loss to Nebraska in 10 innings the night before affected the outcome of Friday’s game.—
Tim Willert,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Blue Origin’s mishap will inevitably affect the company’s capabilities for other NASA missions, too.—
Lee Billings,
Scientific American,
29 May 2026
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Speaking between ballots, Tafoya repeatedly reminded delegates about the importance of winning the general election, while Schwarze encouraged them not to compromise their principles.—
Jay Gabler,
Twin Cities,
30 May 2026
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Kramer said the attendance cap was intentional and designed to encourage visitors to attend events throughout the region.—
Ben Wheeler
May 29,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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Some laughed as their classmates persuaded them.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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After an emotional meltdown, Ava agrees, hoping to persuade Deborah to change her mind.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Raven Room is a great spot for happy hour, and the owners have been going to great lengths lately to activate the space with programming such as live music.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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Mercury in Cancer, for instance, activates your partnership sector — followed by the sun later this month — bringing focus to romantic, business or close one-on-one dynamics.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
1 June 2026
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Starter Bryce Elder exited after 3 1/3 innings, charged with six runs, five of them earned, on nine hits, one walk and with just one strikeout.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
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Blessing appears to want to exit the vehicle but is unable to fully open his door as it is pinned by the table.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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“Move.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/move. Accessed 2 Jun. 2026.
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