make a move
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Definitie & Betekenis van "make a move"

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

to [make] a move definition and meaning
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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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He made a move to apologize for his mistake yesterday.
She always hesitates before making a move to leave the party.
They make a move every morning to get to work on time.
After a delightful evening, Mark gathered the courage to make a move on his date with a gentle goodnight kiss.
Right now, he is making a move to negotiate a better deal with the client.
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