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
The gyrations in gold imports from Switzerland make a compelling case for the challenges of imposing large tariffs on a country with which the United States has a large trade deficit.
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Ken Roberts, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Tyler continued to stay on theme by popping his elbows and keeping his hip flexors loose with 360 degrees of gyration.
—Elise Brisco, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
But the $80 billion that customs officials estimate the U.S. has collected in additional tariff revenue during Trump’s first six months pales beside the multitrillion-dollar gyration markets have undergone in that time.
—Shannon Pettypiece, NBC news, 2 July 2025
Both her pelvic gyrations and her outfit nodded to Liza Minnelli, another performer who always gives of herself utterly.
—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
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Ken Roberts, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2025
Tyler continued to stay on theme by popping his elbows and keeping his hip flexors loose with 360 degrees of gyration.
—Elise Brisco, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2025
But the $80 billion that customs officials estimate the U.S. has collected in additional tariff revenue during Trump’s first six months pales beside the multitrillion-dollar gyration markets have undergone in that time.
—Shannon Pettypiece, NBC news, 2 July 2025
Both her pelvic gyrations and her outfit nodded to Liza Minnelli, another performer who always gives of herself utterly.
—Rachel Syme, The New Yorker, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gyration
Noun
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Joining a Blue Jays rotation that appeared more built for the regular season slog, Bieber held playoff potential.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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An end-of-the-bench player during his three seasons in Minnesota, Minott should be part of Mazzulla’s core rotation to open his first campaign as a Celtic.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
16 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The curve is designed to boost up your head so your neck and shoulders have extra support.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
17 Oct. 2025
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Global warming is adding a curve ball in how mills forecast summer seasons.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
17 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Both the jitterbug and Lindy Hop (which is often referred to as the granddaddy of the swing era dances) are lively, energetic swing dances that involve quick spins, sharp footwork and pure joy between a pair to a booming live band playing.—
Alexa Stone
Updated October 21,
Kansas City Star,
21 Oct. 2025
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However, like most spins, there could be volatility out of the gate when Solstice separates from Honeywell later this month.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
21 Oct. 2025
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Holding hands, the mother-son duo did a twirl and ended with a long hug.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
15 Oct. 2025
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Dress up for a twirl around the 17th-floor Pier Top lounge, which slowly revolves to showcase 360-degree views of Fort Lauderdale.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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“Gyration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gyration. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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