as in emotional
having the power to affect the feelings or sympathies
he gave a truly moving graduation speech that had some graduates in tears
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as in relocating
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 driving
to set or keep in motion
the hands of the wall clock are moved by battery
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as in shifting
to change one's position
don't move while I'm trying to draw your portrait
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as in affecting
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 provoking
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 persuading
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 activating
to cause to function
this one button moves the whole machine
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as in exiting
to leave a place often for another
the police officer told the loiterers to move along
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Recent Examples of moving
Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 14 Sep. 2025
Experts say heavy bomber drones are very useful against non-moving targets, as well as against groups of soldiers or bunkers, but are typically used at night.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 19 Oct. 2025
That was probably the most moving experience of my life.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
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Adjective
The most moving montage came towards the show’s end, in which Brown is seen interacting with his three children.
—Gail Mitchell, Billboard, 14 Sep. 2025
Experts say heavy bomber drones are very useful against non-moving targets, as well as against groups of soldiers or bunkers, but are typically used at night.
—Ellie Cook, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
Their bullpen, the source of so much angst for three months – up to and including the two games of the Wild Card Series against Cincinnati – is again acting dependably, and as the ninth-inning guy Roki Sasaki is moving ever closer to folk hero status.
—Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 19 Oct. 2025
That was probably the most moving experience of my life.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for moving
Adjective
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His family said their final goodbyes to him during an emotional funeral procession on July 30, which took place in Birmingham.—
Nicholas Rice,
PEOPLE,
19 Oct. 2025
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In what ways will his grief manifest this season, and what role will his struggle with sobriety play in his emotional journey?—
Alamin Yohannes,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The expansion included relocating two out-of-state businesses to the area through acquisitions.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
15 Oct. 2025
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In the Tuesday statement, Nexperia also said the government’s intervention, prohibiting Nexperia from relocating company parts and making other decisions without the government’s permission, will last for a period of a year.—
John Liu,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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Bruce Owens, 49, of Paragould, who was driving the Hyundai, and a minor who was riding in the Jeep and not identified in the report were injured, the report says.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Oct. 2025
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After the video spread on social media, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said in a post on X that the arrest came as US Border Patrol was driving around conducting immigration enforcement.—
Josh Campbell,
CNN Money,
18 Oct. 2025
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While Norris was able to catch and pass Leclerc for second place twice, Piastri only faded from the lead battle, his attention instead shifting to the Mercedes of George Russell lurking behind in his mirrors.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Israel’s offensives displaced most of Gaza’s population, forcing more than two million people to run for safety to the shifting patches of land the Israeli military described as humanitarian zones.—
Kara Fox,
CNN Money,
19 Oct. 2025
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Economic anxiety is also affecting perceptions of job security.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Oct. 2025
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Based on the Peter Straub novel of the same name, John Irvin's chilly and affecting Ghost Story is cloaked in snow, leather, and firelight.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Oct. 2025
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Dave and a rotating cast of smart, thought-provoking guests talk about their inspirations, failures, successes, fame, and identities.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
15 Oct. 2025
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Chris Young’s Beyond Earth column explores the intersection of space technology and policy, providing thought-provoking commentary on the latest advancements and regulatory developments in the sector.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Despite a recent plan to overhaul California’s strict insurance regulations in hopes of persuading carriers to expand coverage in fire-risk areas, many homeowners have yet to see any immediate changes.—
Ethan Varian,
Mercury News,
18 Oct. 2025
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This misrepresentation appears to have been a central element in persuading Craig Lampley to agree to transfer ownership.—
Daniel Bice,
jsonline.com,
17 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In response, Microsoft notes the company is adding further restrictions to activating IE Mode in Edge for non-commercial users.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
13 Oct. 2025
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Then comes Pluto, freshly direct in Aquarius, activating your friendship and community sector.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
12 Oct. 2025
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“Moving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moving. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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