shouldshould /ʃəd; strong ʃʊd/ ●●● S1 W1 modal verb (negative short form shouldn’t) 
He shouldn’t be so selfish. Children shouldn’t be allowed to play in the street. ‘I don’t care what people think.’ ‘Well, you should.’ Why shouldn’t I smoke if I want to? b)used to say what would have been right or sensible, but was not done: They should have called the police.2advice used to give or ask for advice: What should I do? Should I trust him? You should read his new book. I should stay in bed if I were you.3expected thing a)used to say that you expect something to happen or be true: It should be a nice day tomorrow. Try phoning Robert – he should be home by now. Australia should win this match. ‘Artistic people can be very difficult sometimes.’ ‘Well, you should know – you married one.’ b)used to say what was expected, but did not happen: It was an easy test and he should have passed, but he didn’t.4correct thing used to say what is the correct amount, the correct way of doing something etc: Every sentence should start with a capital letter. What do you mean, there are only ten tickets? There should be twelve. White wine, not red, should be served with fish.5orders formal used in official orders and instructions: Passengers should proceed to Gate 12.6after 'that' British English used in a clause beginning with ‘that’ after particular adjectives and verbs: It’s strange that you should say that. It is essential that he should have a fair trial. The residents demanded that there should be an official inquiry.7possibility used to talk about something that may possibly happen or be true: Naturally, he was nervous in case anything should go wrong. What if I should fall sick and not be able to work?should somebody/something do something Should you need any help (=if you need any help), you can always phone me at the office.8imagined situations especially British English formal used after ‘I’ or ‘we’ to say what you would do if something happened or was true: If anyone treated me like that, I should complain to the manager. I should be surprised if many people voted for him.9requesting/offering especially British English formal used to politely ask for something, offer to do something, or say that you want to do something: I should be grateful if you could provide me with some information. ‘What can I get you?’ ‘I should like a long cool drink.’ We should be delighted to help in any way we can. I should like to thank you all for coming here tonight.10past intentions/expectations used as the past tense of ‘shall’ after ‘I’ or ‘we’ to say what you intended or expected to do: We knew that we should be leaving the next day.11what should I see but something/who should appear but somebody etc used to show that you were surprised when you saw a particular thing, when a particular person appeared etc: Just at that moment, who should walk in but old Jim himself.12you should have seen/heard something spoken used to emphasize how funny, strange, beautiful etc something was that you saw or heard: You should have seen the look on her face when I told her I’d won first prize.13how/why should ... ? used to express surprise that something has happened or that someone has asked you a particular question: Why should anyone want to marry Tony? Don’t ask me. How should I know?14I should think/imagine/hope spoken a)used to say that you think or hope something is true, when you are not certain: I shouldn’t think they’ve gone far. ‘I suppose there’ll be a lot of complaints?’ ‘I should imagine so.’ b)used to emphasize that you are not surprised by what someone has told you because you have moral reasons to expect it: ‘She doesn’t like to hear me swearing.’ ‘I should think not.’ ‘He did apologize.’ ‘I should hope so, after the way he behaved.’Grammar guide ‒ VERBS
WORD ORIGINshould
Origin:
Old English sceolde ‘owed, had to’EXAMPLES FROM OTHER DICTIONARIES
- Children shouldn't take candy from strangers.
- The city should clean the streets more often.
- They should be here by 8:00.
- What should I do?
- You should have called me right away.
- Annual revenues should be about $ 600 million.
- Counselors should request that each teacher of academic subjects provide a list of students who often fail to complete assignments independently.
- Last year the taxman pocketed 550 million from people who should not have been paying tax - or who paid too much.
- Once the glue is dry you should place the photograph in the correct position, securing it with masking tape.
- Slowly a knot of men formed around us, anxious that we should hear their problems.
- There are doubts now as to whether these should be continued.
- Why should spirits aid living beings?
Longman Language Activatorwhen you should do something because it is your duty or is right
if you should do something, it is your duty to do it, or it is the best thing to do because it is right, fair, or honest: · I don't feel like working late tonight but I suppose I should.should do something: · I think you should tell her the truth.· You really should go see him while he's in the hospital.· Should we contact Joe's parents and tell them what's happened?should not/shouldn't do something: · You shouldn't talk to your father like that.should have done something (=it was the right thing to do, but someone did not do it): · They should have given you your money back.shouldn't have done something (=it was the wrong thing to do, but someone did it): · I'm sorry. I shouldn't have shouted at you.
use this to say that someone should do something because you think that it is right or that it is the best thing to do: · "Do you think we should tell him?'' "Well, we ought to really.''ought to to do something: · You ought to go to church more often.· Do you think we ought to call the police?· The Government ought to spend more on education.ought not to do something: · I think animals have rights, and we ought not to use them for experiments.
especially spoken use this to say that you think someone should do something because it would be the correct, polite, or fair thing to do: · I had better phone Alan and tell him I'm going to be late.· You'd better apologize to your mother for forgetting her birthday.had better not do something: · We'd better not tell anyone about this just yet.had better: · "Do you think we ought to tell Jane about the money?" "Yes, I think we'd better."
use this to say that someone should do something because there is a rule that says they should, because they have been told to do it, or because it is part of their job: · You're supposed to knock before you come in.· Put that cigarette out! You're not supposed to smoke in here.· What time are we supposed to meet?· I don't know why they're blaming him -- he only did what he was supposed to.
use this to say that people think someone should do something because of their position, age etc: · In many societies women are expected to stay at home.· The employees are well-paid but they're also expected to work long hours.
spoken use this to say that someone is responsible for doing something, because it is officially part of their job, or because they have agreed to do it: · It's my job to check that the equipment is in good working order.· I thought we'd agreed it was Mike's job to send out all the invitations.
spoken say this to emphasize that a particular person is responsible for doing something: · It's up to parents to teach their children the difference between right and wrong.it's up to somebody (=a particular person is responsible for making a decision): · I really don't think we should have to work on Saturday but it's not up to me.
use this to say that someone should do something because it is their legal or moral duty: · It is the judge's duty to give a fair summary of both sides of the case.· The government has a duty to provide education for every child.
when you should so something because it is sensible or healthy if you should do something, it is the best thing to do because it is good for you or it will help you -- use this especially in suggestions or to give advice: · 'Do you think I should talk to a doctor about the pain in my back?' 'Yes, you should.'should do something: · Everyone keeps telling me I should give up smoking.· Should I wear the red dress or the black one?should not/shouldn't do something: · They shouldn't worry so much. Everything will be all right.should have done something (=it was the best thing to do, but someone did not do it): · I should have started saving for my retirement when I was younger.shouldn't have done something (=it was not a sensible thing to do but someone did it): · We shouldn't have bought such a big car.
use this to say that you think someone should do something because it is good for them or will help them: · The doctor told Dan he ought to exercise more.· You ought to ask Eric. I'm sure he'd be happy to help.
especially spoken use this to say that you think someone should do something because it is sensible or it will help them avoid problems: · You'd better be careful with that knife.· It was starting to snow and we thought we had better go home.
spoken say this to emphasize that you think an idea or suggestion will help someone or prevent problems: · "I'll check the oil before we set off." "Yes, that's a good idea."it's/that's a good idea to do something: · It's a good idea to photocopy your passport in case it gets stolen.
especially spoken use this to say that someone should spend the time, money, or effort needed to do something, because they will gain something useful from it: it's worth doing: · It's worth comparing a range of models before deciding which one to buy.it's worth the time/effort etc: · It's worth all the hard work and preparation to make the show a real success.it's worth it: · Get the car thoroughly checked by a professional. It may cost a bit of money but it's worth it, believe me.it's well worth it/doing something etc: · The movie was a little difficult to follow at first but it's well worth seeing.
formal if something is advisable , someone should do it or use it in order to avoid problems and succeed in what they are trying to do: · Use of the drug is not considered advisable when driving or using machinery.it is advisable to do something: · It is advisable to take some warm clothing with you, as the weather can change quite suddenly.
what you say when you are advising someone spoken · You should go to the doctor with that cough.· I think you should stay here until you've sobered up.· That new restaurant's great -- you really ought to try it.· Do you know what you ought to do? You ought to tell her exactly what you think of her.
spoken say this when you are giving someone friendly advice: · I wouldn't do that if I were you.· Here's your money -- if I were you I'd put it in the bank right now.
spoken say this when you are advising someone how to do something in a better way: · The ferry takes about eight hours! You'd be better off going by plane.· I think you'd be better off using a knife rather than scissors for that job.
spoken say this when you think that someone should do something because you know from your own experience how unpleasant or difficult something can be: · Take my advice - don't go into teaching unless you're absolutely committed.· Divorces are a nightmare. Take my advice and stay single.
spoken say this when you are telling someone that they should trust the advice you are giving them because it is based on your personal experience: · Take it from me, you'll regret it if you waste your time at school.· Love affairs with colleagues never work out -- take it from me.
especially written use this when you are strongly advising someone to do something, especially because they may have trouble if they do not do it: · Before your interview you'd be well advised to have another look at what you put on the application form.· There are parts of Detroit you'd be well advised to avoid.
formal use this when you are strongly advising someone not to do something because it would be dangerous or stupid: · On no account should you attempt this exercise if you're pregnant.not on any account: · You shouldn't sign the contract unless you are sure you understand it. Not on any account.
spoken say this when you do not want someone to make a mistake, for example by forgetting to do something or losing something: · Make sure that you take your passport.· Make sure you lock all the doors and windows at night.
spoken say this when you are telling someone what you think the best way of dealing with a particular situation is, based on your own experience: · The best thing is to just ignore her. She'll soon take the hint.
spoken say this especially when you are warning someone to be careful about something: · A word of advice: when you're at the interview don't mention that you used to work in a bar.
to advise someone to tell someone what you think they should do, especially when you have more knowledge or experience than they have: advise somebody to do something: · I advise you to think very carefully before making any decision.· All US citizens in the area have been advised to return home.advise somebody against doing something (=advise them not to do it): · Her lawyers have advised her against saying anything to the newspapers.advise somebody on/about something: · Your teacher will be able to advise you about what qualifications you will need.strongly advise: · I strongly advise you to get medical insurance if you're going skiing.advise caution/restraint/patience etc: · Health experts advise extreme caution when handling these materials.
to tell someone what you think they should do, especially when this is your own personal opinion and not the result of particular information or knowledge: · My friends keep saying I ought to learn to drive.· Her mother said she should call the police immediately.· They say you should drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
to tell someone that you think they should do something, especially in order to avoid problems: tell somebody to do something: · I told him to go and see a doctor if he was worried.tell somebody (that) they should do something: · Jimmy has told him he should keep away from the gang for the next couple of weeks.
to tell someone your ideas about what they should do, where they should go etc: · "Why not ask Dad?" he suggested.· I'm not sure which is the best wine to order. What would you suggest?suggest (that): · Sarah suggested that I should apply for this job.
to advise someone to do something, especially when you have special knowledge of a particular subject or situation: · The Forsyth Report recommended stricter supervision of the trade in live animals.· Ask your tour guide to recommend the best places to eat.recommend that: · Doctors recommend that all children be immunized against polio and tuberculosis.recommend doing something: · I would always recommend buying a good quality bicycle rather than a cheap one.strongly recommend: · I strongly recommend that you get your brakes checked before you go on a long drive.
to strongly advise someone to do something because you think it is very important: · The company's bosses are urging full cooperation with the trade union.urge somebody to do something: · Police are urging drivers not to come into London this weekend.urge that: · He gave copies of the report to all those present at the meeting, urging that they read and digest its contents.
to advise someone about a problem or subject, especially something that they have asked you about: · I'm afraid that's the only advice I can give you.give advice to somebody: · The centre gives free advice to young people who have drug problems.give somebody advice: · Can you give me some advice? I'm thinking of buying a computer.give advice on/about: · Ask your bank to give you some advice about special student packages.
when there is enough of something you need · Here's $20. Is that enough?· Have you got enough drivers? I can help if you need me.enough something to do something · I make enough money to pay the bills and keep food on the table.enough (something) for something · Will there be enough room for Joey in the car?· This recipe makes enough for eight people.more than enough (=more than you need) · I've given you more than enough time to make up your mind.I've had enough (=say this when you have eaten enough food) · "Would you like some more pizza?" "No thanks, I've had enough."
formal enough: · It was decided that there was sufficient evidence to convict Marconi.sufficient for: · The money should be sufficient for one month's travel.
formal enough in amount, and good enough in quality: · None of his workers received adequate safety training.adequate for: · The heating system would only be adequate for a much smaller house.
spoken use this to say that a particular number or amount will be enough for what you need: · "I can't find any more envelopes." "That's OK - these should do."will do: · I can lend you some money -- will £10 do?something should do for something/something ought to do for something: · Ten bottles of wine should do for the party.That should do it/That ought to do it/That'll do it: · Take a few more for the kids. There, that should do it.something should do/ought to do/will do somebody: · Here's £20 for the shopping -- that should do you.
formal to be enough: will/would suffice: · A doctor's certificate will suffice as a form of permission. should suffice to do something (=will probably be enough to do it): · These few examples should suffice to illustrate how social attitudes are changing.
if an amount of money covers the cost of something, it is enough to pay for it: · $29.90 a month covers the cost of all your insurance.· Western aid to Third World countries barely covers the interest on their loans.
if an amount of food or money lasts for a period of time, there is enough of it for that period: last until: · I still have $100, but that won't last until the end of the vacation.last (somebody) 2 years/3 days etc: · A can of baby formula costing $6.00 will last you three to four days.
if an amount of something meets someone's needs , there is as much of it as that person needs - use this especially in formal or official contexts: · In many parts of the world, there is not enough food to meet everyone's needs.
ways of saying 'if' · If you do that again I'll hit you.· Do you think I'd be here if I had a choice?· I know I look tired. So would you if you had this house, a husband, and three children to look after.if you like/want · I have a drill. If you like, you can borrow it.if so formal (=if this is true) · I believe you sell video cameras. If so, please would you send me a price list?if necessary/possible (=if it is necessary or possible) · We're prepared to work all through the night if necessary.· Use live natural yoghurt, full-fat if possible.if taken/used/needed etc · If taken in small doses, the drug has no harmful effects.
formal use this when something might happen in the future but it is not likely: · We've planned everything very carefully, but should there be any problems, contact me immediately.· Should you ever find yourself in Oxford, I'm sure Uncle Eric would be glad to see you.
formal use this when you are saying what the result would have been if things had happened differently in the past: · Had I known earlier that you wanted to join the team, I'd have put your name on the list.· My horse would have won had he not fallen at the final fence.
use this when something will still happen if a situation changes or if there is a problem: · He's going to buy the farm even if they raise the price.· Even if the government survives this crisis, they still face enormous problems.· You should always exercise -- even if it's only 10 minutes a day.
use this to say that something is done because something else might happen or be true: · I'll take an umbrella in case it rains.· In case you missed the first episode, here is the story so far.· In case you were thinking I'd lend you any money, I'll tell you now -- I won't!just in case: · I'm sure they haven't forgotten but let's send them a reminder just in case.
formal use this when you are saying what will be done if at any time there is a serious problem, an accident etc - used especially in official notices, plans, or instructions: · Britain agreed to support the US in the event of war.· The plan outlines emergency procedures in the event of a major accident.in the unlikely event of (=if something unlikely happens): · In the unlikely event of a burglar entering the building, the alarm system will be activated.
written used especially in official notices and instructions to tell people what to do if something unpleasant or unexpected happens: · In case of fire, leave the building by the nearest exit.· It is illegal to park on the hard shoulder except in case of emergency.
when it is likely that something will happen or is true when something will probably happen or is probably true: · "Where is she?" "Probably in her room."· We'll probably be shooting the movie on location in Europe.· Archaeologists think the temple was probably built in the 3rd century AD.· He wrote dozens of books, but this is probably his best-known novel.
something that is likely will probably happen or is probably true: · The most likely result is a win for the Democrats.likely to do something: · The price of petrol is likely to rise again this year.very likely: · The jury is very likely to believe he was in the apartment at the time of the crime.something seems likely: · A peace settlement now seems likely.it is likely (that): · It is likely that the girl knew her killer.
formal likely to be true or likely to happen: it is/seems probable (that): · It seems probable that the election will be held in May.highly probable (=when something will almost certainly happen): · Unless the government agrees to further talks, a strike seems highly probable.probable cause: · The report states that the probable cause of death was a heart attack.probable cost/result/outcome etc: · The project will go ahead, at a probable cost of $2.1 million.
to be very likely: · The withdrawal of the allied forces is now a strong possibility.be a strong possibility (that): · There is a strong possibility that both the murders were committed by one man.be a strong possibility of: · The weather forecast says that there's a strong possibility of snow.
spoken say this when the present situation makes you think that something is likely to happen or likely to be true: · There aren't any taxis. It looks as if we'll have to walk.· Ted should be here by now. It looks like he's been delayed.it looks like being British: · From the agenda, it looks like being a long meeting.
if something may well happen or may well be true, it is fairly likely to happen or to be true: · Take an umbrella. It might well rain later on.· That's only my opinion. I could well be wrong.· The eruption of Santorini in 1470 BC may well have been heard as far away as Britain.it may well be (that): · It could well be that it is too late for us to reverse the effects of global warming.something may well be the case: · "Apparently, interest rates could rise again next month." "Yes, that might well be the case."
British /be in the cards American use this to say that something is likely to happen because of the present situation: · They say that another recession is on the cards.· No one was surprised when they got a divorce. It had been on the cards for years.· I was hoping for a promotion, but it doesn't seem to be in the cards right now.
also I guess American spoken say this when you think something is likely to be true or likely to happen: I suppose (that): · There was no reply when I phoned - I suppose she's still at work.· I suppose that they'll do some sightseeing while they're here.· I guess Kathy will want to bring her boyfriend.I suppose so/I guess so (=use this to answer a question): · "Is Bill coming too?" "I suppose so."· "If you don't pass the test, will you take it again?" "I guess so."
British /I would think/guess American spoken say this when you know enough about a situation to think something is likely to be true or likely to happen: · The garden's about 100 metres long, I would guess.I should think (that): · I should think she's about 24 or 25.· I would think that almost everyone could get here on a Saturday. I should/would think so: · "Will the match still go ahead?'' "Yes, I should think so.''
spoken say this when you know enough about a situation to think that something is likely to happen or be true, especially something special or unusual: I wouldn't be surprised if: · You know, I wouldn't be surprised if they decided to get married.I wouldn't be surprised to hear/see/find etc that: · I wouldn't be surprised to hear that she'd left that job by now.
when something will probably be good use this to say that you think something or someone will probably be good, because of what you know about them: · The party should be fun. There's going to be a group playing and there's lots of drink.· She has all the right experience, so she ought to make an excellent manager.
especially written if something that has just started promises to be good, exciting etc, it is very likely to be good, exciting etc: · The day promised to be bright and warm.· For those lucky enough to have tickets to the sold-out event, it promises to be a great evening of music.
COLLOCATIONS FROM THE ENTRY I should stay in bed if I were you.COLLOCATIONS FROM OTHER ENTRIES Students should be allowed to make their own decisions. I should have known it wouldn’t be easy. It’s just prejudice from educated people who should know better.
I should stay in bed if I were you. Students should be allowed to make their own decisions. (=used to say that someone was very angry, surprised etc)· You should have seen his face when I told him that I was resigning.
I should have known it wouldn’t be easy. It’s just prejudice from educated people who should know better. (=it should be appropriate)· The public believe that the punishment should fit the crime.
PHRASES FROM THE ENTRY► what should I see but something/who should appear but somebody etc► you should have seen/heard something► how/why should ... ?PHRASES FROM OTHER ENTRIES► children should be seen and not heard► what somebody should do with something/what to do with something etc► If I should die, think only this of me:/That there’s some corner of a foreign field/That is forever England► I should hope so (too)► how should I know?/how am I to know?/how do I know?► must/should etc be pushing along
1right thing a)used to say what is the right or sensible thing to do: - He said there might be one way, you know, I should think about it.
- I wouldn't mind. I should think he'd be very demanding.
- Interesting, I should think, with a name like Hamish.
- Look at my dad. I should think he's got half his lunch down his.
- Looking forward to getting back to your farm, I should think?
- Not for far, I should think - not if its nose has gone.
- Rather like seizure, I should imagine.
- Slosh on a bit of this, and that should do it.
- A man of his abilities should go far in the Party.
- And the effects would go far beyond the natural world.
- Ghost: Oh, very droll, dear lad - you will go far.
- Her decisions would go far toward shaping the postwar world.
- It remains to be seen whether such measures will go far to avoid a repetition of the basic abuses, however.
- She'd been sure her daughter would go far.
- This will go far beyond pep talks and motivational speeches.
- Whether the stadium logs another round of lease-backed debt will go far in determining the fate of other major capital-improvement projects here.
- Sleep past 6 a.m.? I should be so lucky!
- A party which feels obliged to pitch such climbs in good conditions should really go and choose something easier.
- I hoped that would help me through the omnipresent feeling that wherever I am, I should really be somewhere else.
- Only it should really have been the other way around, when you get right down to it.
- Only when the natural world begins to fight back will we know how frightened we should really be.
- Participants should really have attended the previous weekend workshop but please call Pegasus for more information.
- To protect Britain's biggest manufacturer by making it less efficient: now that should really worry the public.
- You should really ask a grunt.
- And marriage, I should have thought, is a false step you must have been well warned against.
- Any leader, I should have thought, would have demanded loyalty and support from a vice-president as a basic minimum.
- It's very important to me - and, I should have thought, to you too.
- She's a pretty child, but hardly his intellectual level, I should have thought.
- That is rather obvious, I should have thought.
- The royal crest is used on the front of the annual report, which I should have thought was improper.
- The scent of the tea as I poured it ... I should have thought.
- This seems an odd argument for smoking to me and, I should have thought, to smokers, too.
He shouldn’t be so selfish. Children shouldn’t be allowed to play in the street. ‘I don’t care what people think.’ ‘Well, you should.’ Why shouldn’t I smoke if I want to? b)used to say what would have been right or sensible, but was not done: They should have called the police.2advice used to give or ask for advice: What should I do? Should I trust him? You should read his new book. I should stay in bed if I were you.3expected thing a)used to say that you expect something to happen or be true: It should be a nice day tomorrow. Try phoning Robert – he should be home by now. Australia should win this match. ‘Artistic people can be very difficult sometimes.’ ‘Well, you should know – you married one.’ b)used to say what was expected, but did not happen: It was an easy test and he should have passed, but he didn’t.4correct thing used to say what is the correct amount, the correct way of doing something etc: Every sentence should start with a capital letter. What do you mean, there are only ten tickets? There should be twelve. White wine, not red, should be served with fish.5orders formal used in official orders and instructions: Passengers should proceed to Gate 12.6after 'that' British English used in a clause beginning with ‘that’ after particular adjectives and verbs: It’s strange that you should say that. It is essential that he should have a fair trial. The residents demanded that there should be an official inquiry.7possibility used to talk about something that may possibly happen or be true: Naturally, he was nervous in case anything should go wrong. What if I should fall sick and not be able to work?should somebody/something do something Should you need any help (=if you need any help), you can always phone me at the office.8imagined situations especially British English formal used after ‘I’ or ‘we’ to say what you would do if something happened or was true: If anyone treated me like that, I should complain to the manager. I should be surprised if many people voted for him.9requesting/offering especially British English formal used to politely ask for something, offer to do something, or say that you want to do something: I should be grateful if you could provide me with some information. ‘What can I get you?’ ‘I should like a long cool drink.’ We should be delighted to help in any way we can. I should like to thank you all for coming here tonight.10past intentions/expectations used as the past tense of ‘shall’ after ‘I’ or ‘we’ to say what you intended or expected to do: We knew that we should be leaving the next day.11what should I see but something/who should appear but somebody etc used to show that you were surprised when you saw a particular thing, when a particular person appeared etc: Just at that moment, who should walk in but old Jim himself.12you should have seen/heard something spoken used to emphasize how funny, strange, beautiful etc something was that you saw or heard: You should have seen the look on her face when I told her I’d won first prize.13how/why should ... ? used to express surprise that something has happened or that someone has asked you a particular question: Why should anyone want to marry Tony? Don’t ask me. How should I know?14I should think/imagine/hope spoken a)used to say that you think or hope something is true, when you are not certain: I shouldn’t think they’ve gone far. ‘I suppose there’ll be a lot of complaints?’ ‘I should imagine so.’ b)used to emphasize that you are not surprised by what someone has told you because you have moral reasons to expect it: ‘She doesn’t like to hear me swearing.’ ‘I should think not.’ ‘He did apologize.’ ‘I should hope so, after the way he behaved.’Grammar guide ‒ VERBS- Mother of God
- mother-of-pearl
- mother's boy
- Mother's Day
- mother ship
- Mother Shipton
- Mother's Pride
- Mother Superior
- Mother Teresa
- mother-to-be
- mother tongue
- motif
- motion
- motion control
- motion controller
- motionless
- motionlessly
- motion picture
- Motion Picture Association of America
- motion sickness
- motivate
- motivated
- motivation
- motivational
- motivator