a move is afoot

Frequency: 4.51.1 per million words

An action or plan is in progress.

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Examples (10)

  • A quiet move is afoot to reform the local education system.
  • Rumors suggest that a significant move is afoot within the company.
  • Sources indicate that a move is afoot to change leadership.
  • There appears to be a move afoot to bring back traditional teaching methods.
  • A subtle move is afoot to shift public opinion on the matter.
  • The government denied that any move was afoot to raise taxes.
  • Behind the scenes, a strategic move is afoot to acquire a rival firm.
  • It was clear that a move was afoot to boycott the upcoming elections.
  • Despite denials, many believe a move is afoot to privatize the industry.
  • Moves are afoot to increase car insurance premiums.