make a move
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"make a move"의 정의 및 의미

to make a move
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to take action in order to achieve something

to [make] a move definition and meaning
CollocationCollocation
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to start to leave a place to get to somewhere else

to [make] a move definition and meaning
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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.

make one's move
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to make one's move
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doing something that someone has planned to, often when they find the right time

to [make] {one's} move definition and meaning
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Tomorrow, we will make a move to finalize the contract.
The two boxers are in a Mexican standoff, each waiting for the other to make a move.
The guests made a move to head home after the event ended.
In the final lap of the race, the second-place runner was right on the leader's heels, ready to make a move.
Alex and Taylor have been friends for a while, but recently, Alex decided to make a move on Taylor and express deeper feelings.
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