Αναζήτηση
to make a move
01
to take action in order to achieve something
Collocation
02
to start to leave a place to get to somewhere else
Idiom
What is the origin of the idiom "make a move" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "make a move" can be traced back to board games and card games. In games like chess and checkers, "making a move" refers to physically moving one of the pieces from its current position on the board to another space. This establishes the basic meaning of taking an action or advancing in some way.Today it is used to refer to someone departing. This phrase evolved gradually through everyday language and communication.
to make one's move
01
doing something that someone has planned to, often when they find the right time
Παράδειγμα
Alex and Taylor have been friends for a while, but recently, Alex decided to make a move on Taylor and express deeper feelings.
In the final lap of the race, the second-place runner was right on the leader's heels, ready to make a move.
She decided to make a move on her colleague by inviting him to a social event after work.
They have made a move to expand their business into new markets.
No one made a move to help.