as in to rotate
to move in circles around an axis or center
the gyroscope got its name for the way the disk inside the instrument gyrates around an axis
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Recent Examples of gyrate
That’s why this president is gyrating on a daily or hourly basis about whether or not to climb down from this war or to double down.
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NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
The band members pulsated with spirit and energy, gyrating and swinging their instruments in unison.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Chicago also wanted last week to issue nearly $300 million in tax-free bonds for capital needs, but delayed that move due to gyrating market conditions.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Bad Bunny danced, ran, and gyrated up and down the stage’s short catwalk, wearing a white shirt with wide cuffs (reminiscent of a poet blouse), a vest and pants.
—Waiss Aramesh, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2026
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NBC news, 22 Mar. 2026
The band members pulsated with spirit and energy, gyrating and swinging their instruments in unison.
—Ken Sugiura, AJC.com, 21 Mar. 2026
Chicago also wanted last week to issue nearly $300 million in tax-free bonds for capital needs, but delayed that move due to gyrating market conditions.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 15 Mar. 2026
Bad Bunny danced, ran, and gyrated up and down the stage’s short catwalk, wearing a white shirt with wide cuffs (reminiscent of a poet blouse), a vest and pants.
—Waiss Aramesh, Rolling Stone, 7 Mar. 2026
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Still, why doesn't the Moon seem to rotate like Earth?—
Ray Petelin,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Seasonal farmer’s market specials rotate weekly, highlighting fresh produce and bright flavors that keep the menu feeling new even for repeat visitors.—
USA TODAY NETWORK,
USA Today,
17 Apr. 2026
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While Orbán’s campaign this year revolved mostly around foreign policy and his relations with world leaders, Magyar’s was rigidly focused on domestic issues, such as the economy and corruption.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
12 Apr. 2026
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The backdrop is a revolving spectacular set, such as cherry trees showering pink paper petals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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The plot that spins from this opening includes a series of events involving philosophy, parenting, mental health, disability, romance and international art terrorism that would take several columns worth to summarize.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2026
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Invitees will be welcomed with Martell’s French 75 while a DJ spins the hottest beats before Davido himself arrives on Sunday, April 12.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Gyrate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gyrate. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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