apparent movement

British  

noun

1. psychol the sensation of seeing movement when nothing actually moves in the environment, as when two neighbouring lights are switched on and off in rapid succession

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Example Sentences

There was no apparent movement in California this year to legalize sports betting after two competing measures, including one backed financially by Native American tribes, went down in flames in 2022 at the ballot box.

From Washington Times

During the night, ancient people could track time by the apparent movement of the stars from east to west, Gautschy says.

From Scientific American

New investigative details released on Thursday provide the first clear view of the apparent movements of the man accused of fatally stabbing four University of Idaho students on Nov. 13.

From New York Times

Meanwhile, America’s top ally in the Middle East, Israel, has become increasingly alarmed at the apparent movement toward a deal.

From Seattle Times

Going forward, a bigger obstacle for non-power conference programs could be an apparent movement toward super conferences and major conference alliances.

From Seattle Times