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Opposite of to stay in the same place, position or level
To leave or flee from a place or group
“Once it was apparent that the battle was lost, the troops began to desert en masse.”
To make a trip to or visit
“We have done most countries in Europe, and now we are planning to do South America.”
To go somewhere, typically with some degree of difficulty
“Let's get dressed now so we can get there early for a change.”
Leaving and arriving
To move or depart to another place
“Francine and Marcel pushed back their chairs to withdraw into the living room.”
To begin to move in a given direction
“We need to start west and continue for an hour before we reach our destination.”
To transfer into another vehicle (train, bus, etc.)
“I will need to change trains in Brussels to get to my destination.”
To go from one place to another
“We couldn't believe our luck when they asked us to move from Economy to Business Class.”
To move past someone or something with force
“I had to push through the throng of tourists to catch a glimpse of the famous artwork.”
To head straight towards a specified direction or object, usually at an accelerated speed
“The last remaining warriors of the vanquished army would make straight for the hills in fear for their lives.”
To cause people to leave a building or place
“We will be having an emergency drill later today, and everyone will be required to clear the building.”
(informal) To move or depart hastily
“It is nigh time to fly. See you all tomorrow!”
To engage in a journey for purposes of discovery
“They would explore the Himalayan region in search of the legendary Yeti but to no avail.”
To transfer oneself to another place, especially in the company of others
“I heard the visitors repair to their chambers.”
To get ahead of
“I would deliberately slow down to allow the impatient driver behind me to pass.”
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