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a rapid turning about on an axis or central point
the Earth completes a single rotation around its axis in approximately 24 hours
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Recent Examples of rotation
Each asteroid is different, Makadia's team emphasized, so finding the ideal spot for a successful deflection involves looking at the space rock's shape, rotation, mass and surface topology (its distribution of hills and craters).
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Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025
All members would deliberate, although only five of the presidents would vote in an annual rotation.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 31 Aug. 2025
The 1996 Tigers’ rotation had a 6.64 ERA, which contributed to their 109-loss season.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Nick Pivetta is the rotation’s standout in every way when he was supposed to be a complementary piece.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth Howell, Space.com, 10 Sep. 2025
All members would deliberate, although only five of the presidents would vote in an annual rotation.
—Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 31 Aug. 2025
The 1996 Tigers’ rotation had a 6.64 ERA, which contributed to their 109-loss season.
—Patrick Saunders, Denver Post, 31 Aug. 2025
Nick Pivetta is the rotation’s standout in every way when he was supposed to be a complementary piece.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotation
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The material enhances performance The team elucidated the material’s mechanism through a series of experimental analyses, including solid-state nuclear magnetic resonance (ssNMR) spectroscopy, electron spin resonance (EPR) spectroscopy, and theoretical calculations.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Sep. 2025
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From Gabriela, expect her signature focaccia and other breads and a spin on Tiramisu, an Italian dessert, plus other desserts.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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The second reason is that these aura battler designs were very complex and full of curves as well as weird angles.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Great for side sleepers, this cervical pillow has a shape that is inspired by the natural curve of the neck and spine for optimal support.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Sep. 2025
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Remove the sides of the pan, transfer rolls to a plate and sprinkle with cilantro.—
Bethany Thayer,
Freep.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Replace the top half of the rolls.—
Mary Claire Britton,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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Then there were the gym class scooters, which were basically just a flat plastic surface and four wheels of death that would send you careening across the gym floor, often crushing your fingers in the process.—
Kara Nesvig,
Parents,
12 Sep. 2025
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Everyone has an opinion about Rachel’s exit on the hamster wheel.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 Sep. 2025
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Towel-waving involves an intricate flow of flips, curls, and twirls, each with its own name: helicopter, dirty copter, pizza, super8.—
Leslie Jamison,
New Yorker,
25 Aug. 2025
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Then, Alec spun Hilaria into a twirl, before the pair began to dance in unison while holding hands on a porch.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
24 Aug. 2025
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The former Columbia graduate student was born in Syria but fled during the country’s revolution in 2013.—
Ross O'Keefe,
The Washington Examiner,
18 Sep. 2025
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His father, a former military officer, was imprisoned following the Iranian revolution until his mother was able to negotiate his release with prison guards, according to reporting by the New York Times.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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McMillan’s highlight reel catch-and-run play helped salvage the third series of the game.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
15 Sep. 2025
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Post with purpose, scroll with awareness, and never confuse someone else’s highlight reel with your path.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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“Rotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotation. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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