moved
Americanadjective
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(of the mind or feelings) affected with emotion or passion; touched.
Your unexpected kindness has left me grateful and deeply moved.
Everyone was moved by the story of his capture and eventual rescue.
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having been changed from one position or place to another.
It’s obvious which are the moved objects—you can see the handprints in the dust.
Etymology
Origin of moved
First recorded in 1200–50; move ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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The U.S. moved a large supply of missiles and interceptors to the regions, including from partners that have interceptors.
The couple, who moved from Uganda to Leicester more than 50 years ago, owned a property in India, which they sold before the Covid-19 pandemic.
From BBC
In January 2026, the firms moved the Supreme Court to contest the fine.
From BBC
Greenside and his brother bought out their cousin’s share of the house, and Greenside moved from Seattle to live in the home.
U.S. casualties and damage to American interests would be higher unless the U.S. moved first, the senior official said.
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