as in core
the central part or aspect of something under consideration
an issue that is the real pivot of the controversy
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as in to rotate
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
the telescope is mounted on a tripod so you can easily pivot it for viewing in any direction
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Recent Examples of pivot
Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
Still, some analysts view the agreement as more of a signal of displeasure to Washington than a pivot toward alignment with Beijing.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 18 Sep. 2025
Having pivoted to a weekly release schedule, Season 3 opened with a two-episode premiere that brought in 25 million viewers across its first seven days of availability on Prime Video, a 40% increase from the Season 2 launch.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
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Noun
And when the unexpected happens, like a cyclone or flight cancellation, an advisor is there to pivot plans, secure new arrangements, and ensure a smooth journey.
—Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 19 Sep. 2025
Still, some analysts view the agreement as more of a signal of displeasure to Washington than a pivot toward alignment with Beijing.
—Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
When the front office had to pivot to San Jose, they were thrust into a similar scenario.
—Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 18 Sep. 2025
Having pivoted to a weekly release schedule, Season 3 opened with a two-episode premiere that brought in 25 million viewers across its first seven days of availability on Prime Video, a 40% increase from the Season 2 launch.
—Megan McCluskey, Time, 17 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pivot
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Since World War I, the American right has held together as a political movement by prioritizing a conservative vision of white Christian values and private enterprise, while shielding those immutable core principles with expendable public‑facing ideals.—
Allan J. Lichtman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Biglari’s core demands were to stop opening new stores entirely, eliminate the development team to save money, and focus exclusively on improving existing store operations rather than expansion.—
Lily Mae Lazarus,
Fortune,
18 Sep. 2025
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The counter-rotating rotors remove the need for a tail rotor, while adjustable tail vanes provide smooth yaw control by catching the airflow.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
21 Sep. 2025
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For adventurous diners, Wednesday nights offer a rotating off-menu experience called Wednesday Night Raw.—
Symiah Dorsey,
Southern Living,
21 Sep. 2025
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Stowe, Vermont Residents of storybook-pretty Stowe are committed to maintaining the region’s rural roots, and visitors reap the benefits with a wealth of still-wild landscapes.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
20 Sep. 2025
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Beyond television, Chase has returned to his stage roots with roles in the Broadway revivals of Kiss Me, Kate (2019) and Once Upon a Mattress (2024).—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 Sep. 2025
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Then, lift your chest and push your hips forward to swing the kettlebell up in front of the body.—
Sherri Gordon,
Health,
22 Sep. 2025
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Indeed, the designs swing between minimalist and maximalist.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
22 Sep. 2025
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This isn't the first time a dog with an unusual breed mix has melted hearts online.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Sep. 2025
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Researchers have previously noted an elevated but rare risk of myocarditis, or inflamed heart muscle, in young men in particular.—
Annika Kim Constantino,
CNBC,
18 Sep. 2025
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Today, school districts can purchase attack drones, white boards that turn into bunkers, and bullet-proof glass film, among a coterie of other high-tech products.—
Tonya Simpson,
ABC News,
24 Sep. 2025
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At the other extreme, Zankov turned argyle into a mix of color and geometry that reads maximalism at its best.—
Minty Mellon,
Vogue,
24 Sep. 2025
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That a collaborative hive is the essence of bee-ness is a common misconception.—
Rivka Galchen,
New Yorker,
21 Sep. 2025
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Meanwhile, the essence of Mars in Scorpio sharpens your focus and heightens your passion around career matters.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
21 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Like Pulido, crowds of attendees lined the streets to see musicians performing banda and mariachi music, followed by groups in traditional charro attire riding their horses and ballet folklórico dancers spinning in their long, colorful skirts.—
Nicole Chavez,
CNN Money,
22 Sep. 2025
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This ride spins you and shakes you around while blasting electronic music and a dazzling display of flashing lights.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
22 Sep. 2025
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“Pivot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pivot. Accessed 24 Sep. 2025.
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