Motioned
/ˈmoʊʃənd/
Definitions
- (v.) Past tense of motion, meaning to formally propose or request action in a legal setting.
The attorney motioned for a continuance during the trial.
Forms
- motion
- motions
- motioning
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Commentary
As a past tense verb, 'motioned' is used to describe the act of formally requesting court action, distinct from the noun 'motion' that denotes the request itself.
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