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make a motion

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb make a motion has 1 sense
  1. move, make a motion - propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting
    --1 is one way to propose, suggest, advise
    Sample sentences:
    Somebody ----s on something
    Somebody ----s that CLAUSE
    Somebody ----s to INFINITIVE

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Term: make a motion

Part of speech: Verb phrase

Sense 1: To propose or suggest an action or decision during a formal meeting or deliberation.

Example sentence 1: During the council meeting, Jane made a motion to implement stricter recycling policies.

Example sentence 2: The committee member made a motion for a vote of no confidence in the chairman.

Sense 2: To physically move in a particular direction or manner.

Example sentence 1: He made a motion towards the exit, signaling his intention to leave the room.

Example sentence 2: The dancer gracefully made a sweeping motion with her arms.

Sense 3: To create or produce something.

Example sentence 1: She made a motion with her hands, demonstrating how to fold origami.

Example sentence 2: The artist made a beautiful motion painting using vibrant colors.

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