as in movement
the act or an instance of changing position
we were instructed not to make any sudden motions or we might scare away the deer
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Recent Examples of motion
Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 3 Feb. 2023
If the judge approves the McDonald’s directors’ motion to dismiss, the claims against Mr. Fairhurst would be moot.
—Dylan Tokar, WSJ, 2 Feb. 2023
Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025
Morris also motioned for Gateway attorney David Middlebrook to be removed from the case.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 May 2025
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Noun
This Sole elliptical features a whisper-quiet drive system, functions in backwards and forwards motion, and has a power incline feature that adds resistance and up to 20 incline levels.
—Kathleen Willcox, Popular Mechanics, 3 Feb. 2023
If the judge approves the McDonald’s directors’ motion to dismiss, the claims against Mr. Fairhurst would be moot.
—Dylan Tokar, WSJ, 2 Feb. 2023
Verb
The sitter motioned with her hands for the Sheltie to come with her to go outside.
—Liz O'Connell, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 June 2025
Morris also motioned for Gateway attorney David Middlebrook to be removed from the case.
—Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for motion
Noun
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The balloons provide essential atmospheric data used in models that help predict hurricane movement, such as the balloon in Del Rio, Texas that warned forecasters of the potential for heavy rain in Texas in early July.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
11 July 2025
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Sitting in a chair that supports movement, such as one with a self-adjusting recline mechanism, can help prevent this condition, according to Puleio.—
Angelica Stabile,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
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He was waved home by third base coach Tim Leiper and was called safe before the call was overturned on replay review, ending the inning.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Noel prefers to walk out alone, waving to the roaring crowd leaving.—
Paula Mejía,
Vulture,
5 July 2025
Verb
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As the camera panned to the Phillies' dugout after the final out, Castellanos was shown standing on the top step, gesturing towards the crowd and yelling towards a fan.—
Ryan Canfield,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2025
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The conversation appears to turn tense, with Bautista stepping back and starting to gesture wildly up and down the street.—
Nicholas Williams,
New York Daily News,
2 July 2025
Noun
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The move comes months after the company went from public to private after being acquired for $6.25 billion in part by the Nordstrom family, which holds a majority share of ownership.—
Alex Perry,
The Enquirer,
9 July 2025
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About 20 people slowly started to pick up her moves and were following her.—
Angelica Wells,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
Verb
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Google usage among Gen Z declined 25% compared to Gen X, signaling a generational pivot.—
Dani Nadel,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The bill now heads to the House, where some GOP lawmakers are already signaling major objections.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
1 July 2025
Noun
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In my experience, navigating this shift and the possible scenarios for your business is important for success in SaaS markets.—
Mindaugas Čaplinskas,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Regional shifts are apparent, triggering transformative change in both retail marketplaces and manufacturing.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
14 July 2025
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“Motion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/motion. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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