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Motion

noun
/ˈmoʊ.ʃən/

Meaning

the action of moving or being moved; a formal proposal
the act or process of moving; a change of place or position

Example Sentences

The car was in constant motion during the journey.

The motion of the car made her sleepy.

Example Expressions

set in motion

Synonyms

movement, action, mobility, proposal, gesture, shift, change
Entry 1
movement, action, mobility, proposal
Entry 2
movement, gesture, action, shift, change

Antonyms

stillness, rest, immobility, stagnation
Entry 1
stillness, rest, immobility, stagnation
Entry 2
stillness, rest, immobility

Collocations

in motion, slow motion, set in motion, motion picture
Entry 1
in motion, slow motion, set in motion
Entry 2
in motion, slow motion, motion picture, set in motion

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