as in rotation
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point
dizzy from the spirally gyrations of the roller coaster
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Recent Examples of gyration
The market gyrations can be dizzying.
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John Towfighi, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
The conflict in the Middle East has rattled markets around the world, but the gyrations have been especially pronounced in UK bonds, which are particularly vulnerable to jitters over inflation and strained government finances.
—Alice Atkins, Bloomberg, 24 Mar. 2026
They’re consumed with the price of gas, with the daily gyrations of the market.
—NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
For investors who are feeling the anxiety of bad headlines and financial market gyrations, take a deep breath and know that taking no action is an action in and of itself!
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
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John Towfighi, CNN Money, 30 Mar. 2026
The conflict in the Middle East has rattled markets around the world, but the gyrations have been especially pronounced in UK bonds, which are particularly vulnerable to jitters over inflation and strained government finances.
—Alice Atkins, Bloomberg, 24 Mar. 2026
They’re consumed with the price of gas, with the daily gyrations of the market.
—NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
For investors who are feeling the anxiety of bad headlines and financial market gyrations, take a deep breath and know that taking no action is an action in and of itself!
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gyration
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One of the area’s top two-way threats last spring, the senior left-hander/first baseman has been good enough to still be an anchor in the Blackhawks’ batting order and atop the pitching rotation.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Apr. 2026
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With Carlos Rodón, set to make his first rehab start Friday, and Gerrit Cole, scheduled for his second rehab start Thursday, working their way back from injuries, a logjam is coming to the Yankees’ rotation if everyone else stays healthy.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
22 Apr. 2026
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These events are very brief, often only a few hours, and NGRST will repeatedly observe the same locations at a 15-minute cadence, providing the opportunity to capture much of the curve of the brightening and dimming.—
JOHN TIMMER,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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Behind a sharp curve ball and some timely small-ball with an occasional big hit mixed in, Mission Viejo’s baseball team took a huge step toward winning the Sea View League title Wednesday.—
Martin Henderson,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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His spin move might be the best in the class.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2026
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Guests are encouraged to take one of the hotel’s Shinola bicycles for a spin or grab a latte at the lobby’s Intelligentsia bar.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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The unconscious Moon twirls into your 12th House of Whispers, inviting gentle reflection and rest that helps your inner world reorganize.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
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The dance world has often based its plaudits on how spectacularly performers can defy gravity with leaps, kicks and twirls.—
Mercury News,
Mercury News,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Gyration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gyration. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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