move into
phrasal verb·1 sense·particle into
Meanings
Start living or working in a new place
Why “into”? A person or thing crosses a boundary and enters a place or space.
“They moved into their new flat in May.”
“The shop moved into a larger building.”
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Sink In connects verbs by particle pattern, contrast pairs, and shared base verbs.
break into
Same into pattern: entry
Enter a building or vehicle illegally by force; Suddenly begin an action or strong expression
come into
Same into pattern: entry
Enter the place where someone is
get into
Same into pattern: entry
Enter a vehicle or small enclosed space; Become interested in or start enjoying an activity or subject; Begin to have a serious problem
go into
Same into pattern: entry
Enter a place or enclosed space; Discuss or explain something in detail; Choose a particular type of work or career
let into
Same into pattern: entry
Allow someone or something to enter a place
walk into
Same into pattern: entry
Enter a place by walking; Hit something accidentally while walking
move ahead
Same base verb: move
Begin or continue with a plan
move along
Same base verb: move
Continue forward, often when asked by an official
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