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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 salesclerk revolved the glass display case so I could see the watchbands on the reverse side
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as in to spin
to move in circles around an axis or center
the sidereal day measures the time it takes the Earth to revolve completely about its axis with respect to the fixed stars
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as in to contemplate
to give serious and careful thought to
for the next several hours he kept revolving the cryptic message in his mind, trying to make sense of it
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Recent Examples of revolve
Much of the value comes from learning how to avoid revolving credit card balances and leveraging better credit scores to secure preferential borrowing rates for key expenses, such as insurance, auto loans and home mortgages, according to Ranzetta.
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Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
Director Kenny Leon’s new production, however, seems caught between reverence for the original source material and a seemingly half-hearted attempt to renovate the setting around which the classic action revolves.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 24 Mar. 2025
According to the Philadelphia Fed, total revolving balances were at $628.6 billion in the first quarter, which was also a series high.
—Pete Grieve, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
Over the last eight years, the world economy has thus come to revolve less around the United States.
—Nicholas Mulder, Foreign Affairs, 6 Mar. 2025
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Jessica Dickler, CNBC, 8 Apr. 2025
Director Kenny Leon’s new production, however, seems caught between reverence for the original source material and a seemingly half-hearted attempt to renovate the setting around which the classic action revolves.
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 24 Mar. 2025
According to the Philadelphia Fed, total revolving balances were at $628.6 billion in the first quarter, which was also a series high.
—Pete Grieve, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
Over the last eight years, the world economy has thus come to revolve less around the United States.
—Nicholas Mulder, Foreign Affairs, 6 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolve
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Rather than tiring the players out, the Conference League has given Maresca more opportunity to rotate and give everyone game time, therefore keeping fringe members happier.—
Simon Johnson,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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The 70-year-old Boca Raton Museum of Art has an impressive permanent collection, thought-provoking rotating exhibits, a sculpture garden, and a design-forward gift shop with artisan gifts, contemporary home designs, jewelry, and more—perfect for unique souvenirs.—
Skye Sherman,
Southern Living,
2 May 2025
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Sierra Ferrell is also on board this boundary-blurring tour that will spin through the U.S. until July 1 with stops including Las Vegas, Minneapolis, Philadelphia, Washington D.C., Denver and Seattle before wrapping in San Francisco.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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The cage spins along four independent axes at 60 seconds, 18 seconds, 15 seconds, and 60 seconds respectively, creating a stunning visual effect of synchronized motion.—
Matthew Catellier,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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And to contemplate if the Leafs will get enough offense from down the lineup, given how well the Panthers shut down the Lightning in their first-round series.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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While looking for Rust and Lucas, Wood contemplates the fate of his own son, who is afflicted by a potentially fatal disease.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2025
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There’s a camera grip that also attaches to the bottom of the case to turn the whole setup into something resembling a camera.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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Victor Ponta, a former leftist prime minister who has turned conservative nationalist, is ranked fourth but could prove a dark horse.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Asking this question encourages employees to pause and ponder.—
Rachel Pacheco,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
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Gibson ponders Indigeneity, belonging, modern music and a more equitable future across the exhibit’s paintings, sculptures, flags and video installation.—
Alia Yee Noll,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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Minnesota outscored Los Angeles 127-85 in the collective fourth quarters, a decisive advantage that swung several games in the series.—
Jovan Buha,
New York Times,
2 May 2025
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With this in mind, the Dodgers could look to swing a blockbuster trade for a rental starting pitcher to help them down the stretch this season.—
Tom Rogers,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Apr. 2025
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Not only will the audience be entertained by the product but the entire sport will be lifted as a result.—
Jeremy Hanna,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 May 2025
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The Browns wouldn’t entertain his trade demand and plan to continue to have Garrett wreck opposing offenses.—
Zac Jackson,
New York Times,
1 May 2025
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The grind size is adjustable via the metal knob at the top; just twist it for finer or coarser results.—
Francesca Krempa,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
29 Apr. 2025
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High in California’s White Mountains, twisted by wind and time, stands a Great Basin bristlecone pine known as Methuselah.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Revolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolve. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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