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Vocabulary Entry
motion
|noun • noun • verb
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N
noun
The act or process of moving, or a movement.
Example Sentences
"The motion of the wheels was smooth."
"She noticed a quick motion in the corner."
"The dancer's motion was graceful."
N
noun
A formal proposal made to a meeting or court for consideration.
Example Sentences
"He made a motion to adjourn the meeting."
"The committee approved the motion."
"The judge denied the motion."
V
verb
To signal or direct with a movement of the hand or head.
Example Sentences
"She motioned him to come closer."
"He motioned toward the door."
"The guard motioned us forward."