Make A Motion (Verb)
Meaning
Propose formally; in a debate or parliamentary meeting.
Classification
Verbs of telling, asking, ordering, singing.
Examples
- She made a motion to accept the recommendations of the committee and proceed with the next steps in the project.
- The representative made a motion to amend the bill and it was widely supported by the members present.
- If no one makes a motion to dismiss the proposal, it will automatically be included in the agenda.
- The senator rose to make a motion for recess so that the members could have some time to review the documents.
- I request permission to make a motion to move the meeting to the conference room down the hall.