Movement

Created by Unknown User (jmp46) on Dec 11, 2020

n. In simplest terms, this means a change in something, whether it be a geographical change or a social change. This word has been commonly used to describe widespread beliefs on a certain topic, idea, or interest (i.e. Black Lives Matter). Use in a sentence: “The movement for gender equality began over a century ago, yet it is still much needed today.”Source: Dictionary of Geneseo English, Fall 2020, PeyerAs of 2020, 100% of students surveyed know this phrase. Of those surveyed, 0% believe it originated locally. (Peyer, G-M, 2020)

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This word appears in the news, in politics, and in history classes so often that it might not be a specifically Geneseo term.

Posted by drake at Dec 19, 2020 00:10

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