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
With those under age 18 banned, the mind-space on board is adult fun in many forms such as drinking games at the Korean BBQ, steamy gyrations in 1980s-style fitness classes, and some of the best outdoor parties at sea.
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Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
These gyrations can trigger rash decisions, said labor economist Teresa Ghilarducci of the New School for Social Research.
—Jill Schlesinger, CBS News, 4 June 2025
Plus, this modest crack in pricing comes from Case-Shiller math, which smooths out housing’s gyrations.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 29 May 2025
And despite the market gyrations, since Trump took office on Jan. 20, the S&P 500 is down less than 1%.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 June 2025
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Fran Golden, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
These gyrations can trigger rash decisions, said labor economist Teresa Ghilarducci of the New School for Social Research.
—Jill Schlesinger, CBS News, 4 June 2025
Plus, this modest crack in pricing comes from Case-Shiller math, which smooths out housing’s gyrations.
—Jonathan Lansner, Oc Register, 29 May 2025
And despite the market gyrations, since Trump took office on Jan. 20, the S&P 500 is down less than 1%.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gyration
Noun
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These infield additions not only allowed for better rotation over the final two months of the year, but also allowed another viable option at shortstop if Volpe’s struggles continued.—
Tyler Small,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Duty rotations were tighter on the ship, and sometimes weeks passed without a full day off.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
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The real challenge lay in the mental aspects, the steep learning curve of a new sport.—
Sindiswa Mabunda,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The anchor points are built into the shoe, with a deeper curve than standard flip flops.—
Maggie Slepian,
Travel + Leisure,
3 Aug. 2025
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The Duchess of Sussex wore her hair in a low ponytail with face-framing layers then, but switched up her style for the frock's second spin.—
Janine Henni,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The science magazine says that the core’s spin has been slowing, though for unknown reasons, meaning that the rest of the planet must speed up to compensate.—
James Powel,
Freep.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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Sip velvety Barolo in the rolling hills of Piemonte, twirl strands of handmade pasta in Bologna, and sample creamy artisan gelato on a cobbled piazza in Sicily.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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When Huda comes down the stairs, Chris gives Huda a twirl.—
Breanne L. Heldman,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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“Gyration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gyration. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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