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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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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
Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex later stepped back from their royal roles in January 2020 and moved to her home state of California, where Princess Lilibet was born in June 2021.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Corbin Bolies, Variety, 3 June 2026
The move to 360 is a return to management, as Naran spent time at both Writ Large and plattform after beginning his career in the brand space at CAA.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 3 June 2026
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Verb
This year's celebration is moving to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway from Old City and the Gayborhood to accommodate larger crowds, and will be a ticketed event, unlike last year's festival.
—Alexandra Simon, CBS News, 4 June 2026
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex later stepped back from their royal roles in January 2020 and moved to her home state of California, where Princess Lilibet was born in June 2021.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
Noun
While the film’s presence at the festival has sparked some controversy, Tribeca co-founder Jane Rosenthal defended the move to Variety, claiming the film should be looked at within the context of the ongoing Iran war.
—Corbin Bolies, Variety, 3 June 2026
The move to 360 is a return to management, as Naran spent time at both Writ Large and plattform after beginning his career in the brand space at CAA.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 3 June 2026
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Verb
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As a result of its complications, the team was forced to relocate its base camp from Arizona to Tijuana, Mexico.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
3 June 2026
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Originally destined for slaughter during the Eid al-Adha festival, the 1,500-pound animal was seized by authorities, spared sacrifice and relocated to the capital’s zoo, where keepers lavish it with care.—
al Emrun Garjon,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 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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But many residents worry that the festive mood and infrastructure works risk papering over the security crisis that still affects their daily lives.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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Kate, the Princess of Wales, is continuing her work to support people affected by cancer with a visit to one of the United Kingdom's leading cancer treatment centers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 June 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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Dodgers third baseman Max Muncy exited the game in the fifth inning after a violent collision with Diamondbacks first baseman Ildemaro Vargas.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
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But despite this, experts say the lack of AI play is not the main reason why global investors are exiting India.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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“Move.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/move. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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