on the move

phrase

Synonyms of on the movenext
1
: in a state of moving about from place to place
2
: in a state of moving ahead or making progress
said that civilization is always on the move

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The western monarch butterfly is also on the move, heading toward sheltered areas along the California coast. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2026 Following that experience, Nakira recalled being constantly on the move. — Anja Aronowsky Cronberg, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2026 Soundcore Earbuds Deal Enjoy your favorite playlists on the move with the Soundcore P25i True Wireless Earbuds. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 23 Oct. 2026 Texas was the biggest destination for young Californians on the move. — Preston Fore, Fortune, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for on the move

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“On the move.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20the%20move. Accessed 30 Oct. 2026.

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