Synonyms of pivoting

pivoting

verb

present participle of pivot

as in rotating

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• rotating
• swinging
• turning
• twisting
• twirling
• spinning
• swirling
• swiveling
• rolling
• revolving
• whirling
• wheeling
• screwing
• winding
• unscrewing
• cranking
• reeling
• coiling
• circulating
• twiddling

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pivoting

The footage shows Corben pivoting his camera back to the board members, and Martell coming toward him and reaching toward his phone. — Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

Both nominees will now be pivoting their attention to campaigning until Election Day in November. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 19 Aug. 2026

Columbia House tried pivoting to streaming, but the company struggled to land licensing agreements that could compete with larger competitors. — Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026

This creates a mismatch between legacy workplace models and the needs of workers now pivoting toward higher-value work that depends on concentration, critical colleague interactions and more intentional spatial support. — Sarah Davis, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Products like the Veris Modern Entry Door swap traditional hinges for a pivoting mechanism, creating clean lines and a strong first impression. — Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Aug. 2026

Over the years, however, the actress has proven herself remarkably versatile, pivoting nimbly from frothy rom-coms and broad comedies to searing dramas, psychological thrillers, and big-budget spectacles. — Chris Bellamy, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026

After months of sharp clashes, the winners of Tuesday’s primaries are now pivoting for another round of battles against new challengers in the November election. — Christopher Keating, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026

Kushner and Iger pivoting to Los Angeles reshapes the bidding and potentially clears the path for Walton Laurie, a Walmart heiress who brings deep pockets and a local flavor to the Vegas process. — Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 13 Aug. 2026