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Moving

UK /["/ˈmuːvɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈmuːvɪŋ/"]/

Definition

causing strong, often sad, feelings about somebody/something

In simple words: Changing where you live or go.

Examples

  • They are moving to a new city next month for better job opportunities.
  • The moving train shook the platform as it passed by.
  • She was very moving during her speech, bringing many to tears.
  • The moving parts inside the clock ensure it keeps accurate time.
  • After moving all day, he was exhausted and needed rest.
  • His story about overcoming hardship was truly moving.
  • Moving forward, the company plans to focus on sustainability.

Usage notes

Use 'moving' when talking about relocating goods or people. It's appropriate in various contexts, from casual conversations to formal situations like real estate discussions.

Grammar pattern

verb + object

Memory hint

Think of 'move' plus 'ing' — like a moving truck on the highway.

Collocations

  • be
  • find something
  • deeply
  • extraordinarily
  • intensely

Synonyms

  • relocating
  • shifting
  • transporting
  • displacing
  • transferring

Antonyms

  • staying
  • remaining

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'move' as a noun and a verb.
  • Using 'moving' incorrectly instead of 'moved' when referring to past events.
  • Not specifying what is being moved.