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Move In Phrasal Verb: Meaning, Examples & Usage (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：take up residence (move in)
move in
/muːv ɪn/
phr.v.
To start living in a new house or apartment by bringing your things there.
take up residence
➕
/teɪk ʌp ˈrɛzɪdəns/
phr.v.
To bring one's belongings into a new home and begin living there permanently or for an extended period.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From 'move' (Latin movere) + 'in' (into).
💡 Mnemonic
Picture a key turning in a lock as you carry boxes into your new place.
📖 Example
After months of searching, we finally move in to our dream apartment next week.
After months of searching, we finally move in to our dream apartment next week.
🔗 Collocations
move in with someone – to start living together in the same home
move-in day – the day when one moves into a new residence
move in together – two or more people begin sharing a home
🔄 Synonyms
settle in (phr.v.) – to become established in a new home or environment
take possession (phr.v.) – to legally occupy a property and begin living there
occupy (v.) – to live or be present in a particular place
🚫 Antonyms
🌱 Derivatives
📖 Cultural Story
Originating in the 19th century housing boom, 'move in' described settling into a new home. In military contexts, it means advancing into enemy territory.
Meaning 2：close in (move in)
move in
/muːv ɪn/
phr.v.
To start to be in or take control of a new area or position.
close in
➕
/kloʊz ɪn/
phr.v.
To approach or encroach upon a target, often with the intent to capture or take control.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The chess player watched his opponent move in for a checkmate.
The chess player watched his opponent move in for a checkmate.
🔗 Collocations
move in on someone – to approach someone threateningly or competitively
move in for the kill – to take a decisive action to defeat an opponent
move in position – to adjust one's position to gain an advantage
🔄 Synonyms
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