1
as in relocates
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 drives
to set or keep in motion
the hands of the wall clock are moved by battery
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3
as in shifts
to change one's position
don't move while I'm trying to draw your portrait
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4
as in influences
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 provokes
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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6
as in persuades
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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7
as in activates
to cause to function
this one button moves the whole machine
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8
as in exits
to leave a place often for another
the police officer told the loiterers to move along
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1
as in means
an action planned or taken to achieve a desired result
retiring early was a smart move
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2
as in movements
the act or an instance of changing position
don't make a move
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Recent Examples of moves
Amanda Castro
hannah Parry
joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Conventional engines burn fuel in a steady process, where the flame front (the area at which combustion occurs) moves smoothly through a propellant mixture to produce continuous thrust.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Shaming their food choices or reducing their access to food only moves them further away from health.
—Oona Hanson, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
In the smaller towns of Marshall and Hot Springs, some buildings remain empty as reconstruction moves forward.
—Graham Averill, Outside, 16 Sep. 2025
The Month Of May At Indianapolis A few weeks later, the series moves into the traditional Month of May calendar at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
—Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The job market moves quickly, and preparation is your competitive advantage.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
The all-new Habiton lives and sleeps larger than its footprint thanks an entire room that actually moves back and forth.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 15 Sep. 2025
The resources are easy to use and designed to fit into busy, changing routines, especially during moves or deployments.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 15 Sep. 2025
One of Lecornu's first moves has been to abandon plans to eliminate two public holidays, ING noted, as the new PM tries to dispel some of the political wrath targeted at his predecessor's proposal — just one part of Bayrou's unpopular cost-cutting plans.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2025
Moving to a six-month reporting period could delay those insights and exaggerate stock moves during shifts in the economy and various industries.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
Atlanta made significant roster moves, adding Kristaps Porzingis, Luke Kennard, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
The Fed's History of Exceeding Market Expectations Recent history shows how impactful unexpected Fed moves can be.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
In part because of moves like this, Dudek got reassigned within the agency several times.
—Eli Hager, ProPublica, 8 Sep. 2025
Those moves are out of our hands.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
Utah County Attorney Jeff Gray has confirmed plans to pursue the death penalty, meaning Robinson will remain in custody without bail as the case moves toward trial.
—Amanda Castro
hannah Parry
joshua Rhett Miller, MSNBC Newsweek, 16 Sep. 2025
Conventional engines burn fuel in a steady process, where the flame front (the area at which combustion occurs) moves smoothly through a propellant mixture to produce continuous thrust.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Shaming their food choices or reducing their access to food only moves them further away from health.
—Oona Hanson, CNN Money, 16 Sep. 2025
In the smaller towns of Marshall and Hot Springs, some buildings remain empty as reconstruction moves forward.
—Graham Averill, Outside, 16 Sep. 2025
The Month Of May At Indianapolis A few weeks later, the series moves into the traditional Month of May calendar at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
—Bruce Martin, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
The job market moves quickly, and preparation is your competitive advantage.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2025
The all-new Habiton lives and sleeps larger than its footprint thanks an entire room that actually moves back and forth.
—New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025
Noun
The director is also sure to face questions about the scores of firings that have rocked the bureau, the FBI’s role in reviewing the Epstein files and a number of other moves that Democrats argue have politicized the FBI.
—Rebecca Beitsch, The Hill, 15 Sep. 2025
The resources are easy to use and designed to fit into busy, changing routines, especially during moves or deployments.
—Sari Hitchins, Parents, 15 Sep. 2025
One of Lecornu's first moves has been to abandon plans to eliminate two public holidays, ING noted, as the new PM tries to dispel some of the political wrath targeted at his predecessor's proposal — just one part of Bayrou's unpopular cost-cutting plans.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2025
Moving to a six-month reporting period could delay those insights and exaggerate stock moves during shifts in the economy and various industries.
—Matt Egan, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025
Atlanta made significant roster moves, adding Kristaps Porzingis, Luke Kennard, and Nickeil Alexander-Walker.
—Ricardo Klein, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 Sep. 2025
The Fed's History of Exceeding Market Expectations Recent history shows how impactful unexpected Fed moves can be.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2025
In part because of moves like this, Dudek got reassigned within the agency several times.
—Eli Hager, ProPublica, 8 Sep. 2025
Those moves are out of our hands.
—Barry M. Bloom, Sportico.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moves
Verb
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That could mean preserving the Seaquarium’s aquarium as an attraction while the Dolphin Company relocates or sells to competitors the dolphins, sea lions and other mammals that have long been the stars of the park.—
Douglas Hanks,
Miami Herald,
12 Sep. 2025
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In real estate, a neighborhood can be overlooked for years until a new transit line opens or a major employer relocates nearby.—
Jack Mullen,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Over half of the generation says hard work, not luck, drives success.—
Dave Smith,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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Security leaders have long viewed data as a strategic asset that drives insights, innovation and market advantage.—
Asaf Kochan,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That realization shifts everything.—
Jennifer Jay Palumbo,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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As the event serves as a global stage for elite athletes, attention also shifts to the evolution of the sport.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
11 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Those choices form the invisible curriculum that influences how students think, collaborate, and eventually lead as professionals and citizens.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Michaels then reflected on how the demographic of the show influences the casting and the changes.—
Julia Moore,
PEOPLE,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Every action provokes a reaction.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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After a sleepy start to the second half at Old Trafford, the arrival of Benjamin Sesko, and the relocation of Cunha into a deeper position, provokes a fresh wave of interest.—
Jack Lang,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The poet titillates, commands by images—and only thus persuades.—
Elaine L. Wang
September 11,
Literary Hub,
11 Sep. 2025
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Cherry persuades Harriet to publicly expose Laura, to talk to journalists and manufacture a viral story.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The system, created by Eshel Wasim and Dharsan Srinivasan, uses AI and sensors to detect when a crash is imminent and activates automatically if the plane is below 3,000 feet.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Sep. 2025
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Neuroscience confirms that a rival’s failure actually activates the ventral striatum, the brain’s pleasure center, rivaling the thrill of a team’s success.—
Richard Menger MD MPA,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Michael Douglas is pictured with his lookalike son, Cameron Douglas, as the pair exits The Drew Barrymore Show in New York City.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
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Planned exits from low-margin businesses and a temporary plant closure also impacted sales.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Moves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moves. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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