moving
Americanadjective
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capable of or having movement.
a moving object.
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causing or producing motion.
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involved in changing the location of possessions, a residence, office, etc..
moving expenses.
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involving a motor vehicle in motion.
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actuating, instigating, or impelling.
the moving spirit behind the party.
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stirring or evoking strong feelings or emotions, especially touchingly or pathetically.
a moving story.
adjective
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arousing or touching the emotions
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changing or capable of changing position
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causing motion
Other Word Forms
- movingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of moving
First recorded in 1300–50, moving is from the Middle English word meving. See move, -ing 2
Example Sentences
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Kansas City Chiefs are moving — just down the road.
From MarketWatch
The lights were changing every second, and he never stopped moving — running, jumping, connecting with the crowd like the stage could barely contain him.
From Los Angeles Times
Payne mentored musicians in the competition, offering moving encouragement and sharp advice.
From Los Angeles Times
Repeat visitors would sense as if the car was moving on an alternate track.
From Los Angeles Times
And while there’s been some progress in the recovery, her claim that things are moving at “lightning speed” overlooks the fact that thousands of burned out properties haven’t seen a hammer or a hardhat.
From Los Angeles Times
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