Sources say that the governor has 'set the wheels in motion' for a run for the presidency. [=the governor has started to run for president]
They will be taking steps to 'set/put' the divorce proceedings 'in motion'. [=to begin the divorce proceedings]
She made a 'motion' that the meeting (should) be adjourned. = She made a 'motion' to adjourn (the meeting).
(..) so we'll need to start gearing up for trial. Simon, you should put together a deposition schedule today. And, Ellen, you should start drafting a summary judgment motion. I'll need to see that before we file it, so you'll need to get it to me by Thursday, okay? Let's get to it. Listen, uh, (..)2005 In Her Shoes