- present participle of move.
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
Etymology
Origin of moving
First recorded in 1300–50, moving is from the Middle English word meving. See move, -ing 2
Vocabulary lists containing moving
Example Sentences
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Moving forward, the EV maker will sell just three new vehicles: the popular Model 3 and Model Y, and its low-volume stainless steel Cybertruck pickup.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 2, 2026
Moving past initial group play, the tournament shifts to a win-or-go-home format that determines the path to the July 19 final.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 27, 2026
Moving into television, he presented MTV's black music shows The Lick and The Lick Chart before the BBC gave him his own shows, Trevor Nelson's Urban Choice and The Lowdown.
From BBC • Jun. 26, 2026
Moving forward, this likely means a higher sustained level of investment to develop and acquire new solutions.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
"No one will ever see me! Moving about in a big Castle will be child's play compared with going into a crowded kitchen full of cooks and waiters!"
From "The Witches" by Roald Dahl
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