moving picture
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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McAllan, who appeared in place of Swinney, said each new proposal "needs to be considered against climate compatibility, which remains an obligation, and energy security, which is a moving picture".
From BBC ● Apr. 23, 2026
And if you’ve been on backlots or know people who work in the film and television industries, the magic of the moving picture may already be demystified.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 29, 2024
There is a strong resemblance between the promises of resurrection via VR and the rhetoric that heralded the invention of other once-new technologies like the moving picture.
From Slate ● May 27, 2020
At this point in his career, he apparently feels he has to push the boundaries of everything the moving picture format can do and be.
From The Verge ● Oct. 8, 2019
Almost the last thing I remember was standing with Daisy and watching the moving picture director and his Star.
From " The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald
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