No. 10,691 in French
motion
A formal proposal or suggestion made in a meeting or assembly.
In a sentence
Le mouvement de la caméra ajoute de la dynamique à la scène.
The motion of the camera adds dynamism to the scene.
Here, 'movement' refers to the physical motion of the camera.
La motion proposée lors de la réunion a été acceptée par tous.
The motion proposed during the meeting was accepted by everyone.
In this case, 'motion' refers to a formal proposal presented during a meeting.
Son geste rapide a montré une motion claire vers la fenêtre.
Her swift gesture showed a clear motion towards the window.
Here, 'motion' is used metaphorically to describe the intent or direction shown by the gesture.
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