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General words meaning to move something

budge

verb

to move, or to move something, especially something that is very heavy or is stuck

propel

verb

to move or push someone or something forward

guide

verb

to carefully move a vehicle or other moving object so that it goes where you want it to go

roll

verb

to make someone or something move forward by turning them over and over

manoeuvre

verb

to move someone or something in a situation that needs care or skill

shunt

verb

to move someone or something to a different place or position, especially to avoid dealing with them

manhandle

verb

to move something large and heavy without using machines or equipment

pass

verb

to move something in a particular direction or to a particular place or position

shift

verb

to move an object from one place to another

transfer

verb

to move someone or something from one place to another

caxirola

a percussion instrument used by football fans which makes a rattling sound when shaken

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