Make a move
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To start doing something to achieve a goal or solve a problem.
If you're interested in her, you should make a move and ask her out.
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To make a physical or verbal advance, often in a romantic context.
He's been talking to her all night, I think he's about to make a move.
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To change position in a game.
It's your turn, make a move.
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To initiate a process of change or transition.
The company made a move toward stricter financial control.
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To start doing something to achieve a goal or solve a problem.
If you're interested in her, you should make a move and ask her out.
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To make a physical or verbal advance, often in a romantic context.
He's been talking to her all night, I think he's about to make a move.
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To change position in a game.
It's your turn, make a move.
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To initiate a process of change or transition.
The company made a move toward stricter financial control.
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Goal-Oriented
Used when someone takes the first step to reach an objective, especially after some thought or planning.
She wanted to start her own business, so she made a move by registering the company name.
Pro Tip 2/3Proactive Step
Implies taking control of a situation rather than waiting for something to happen.
To secure the best deal, he made a move as soon as the market opened.
Pro Tip 3/3Initiating Action
Highlights starting a new action to resolve an issue or pursue an opportunity.
The project was stalled until the team leader made a move to reorganize the tasks.
Pro Tip 1/3Goal-Oriented
Used when someone takes the first step to reach an objective, especially after some thought or planning.
She wanted to start her own business, so she made a move by registering the company name.
Pro Tip 2/3Proactive Step
Implies taking control of a situation rather than waiting for something to happen.
To secure the best deal, he made a move as soon as the market opened.
Pro Tip 3/3Initiating Action
Highlights starting a new action to resolve an issue or pursue an opportunity.
The project was stalled until the team leader made a move to reorganize the tasks.
Pro Tip 1/3Goal-Oriented
Used when someone takes the first step to reach an objective, especially after some thought or planning.
She wanted to start her own business, so she made a move by registering the company name.
Pro Tip 2/3Proactive Step
Implies taking control of a situation rather than waiting for something to happen.
To secure the best deal, he made a move as soon as the market opened.
Pro Tip 3/3Initiating Action
Highlights starting a new action to resolve an issue or pursue an opportunity.
The project was stalled until the team leader made a move to reorganize the tasks.
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