move about
Shift from place
To move about is to shift position or location repeatedly, without settling in one place.
The phrase suggests restless or casual motion rather than purposeful travel: She moved about the room, adjusting pictures.
It can describe physical movement or frequent relocation: He moved about the country for work, never staying anywhere long.
- roamTravel without fixed purpose
- wanderMove without fixed direction
- mill aroundMove aimlessly in group
- ambleRelaxed, slow gait
- get aroundEvade or travel widely
stroll · migrate · trek · perambulate · shuffle · crawl · traipse · gallivant · drift · saunter · stretch your legs · walk · journey · travel · relocate · footsteps · bustle · on the go
move aboutstay put
Remain in place
stand still · hold still · keep still · freeze · rest
move aboutstay put
Remain in place
settle down · put down roots · settle · stay home · nest
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