Motion

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Physical ActivityPlay
Used to describe actions involving body movements. Often used in sports and exercise contexts. SlideThe coach observed the athletes' motions during practice.
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Nonverbal CuePlay
Gestures or movements that communicate a message without words. SlideShe gave a thumbs-up motion to signal her approval.
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Machine MovementPlay
Refers to mechanical parts moving in devices or machinery. SlideThe engineer explained the motion of the gears in the clock.