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the central part or aspect of something under consideration
an issue that is the real pivot of the controversy
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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
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Recent Examples of pivots
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
The BofA analysts went to sell from buy, citing execution risk as the customer platform for marketing, sales, and customer service pivots to an AI agent-first model.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Other landlords and developers made more dramatic pivots.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 1 May 2026
Ideas come fast, and so do pivots.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
City did this by getting their front line to sit in front of these pivots, blocking the passing lanes into them — or at least making any possible balls to these players incredibly risky.
—Jon MacKenzie, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
On the ChillPill, the fan cylinder pivots around the base cylinder, with the base acting as a kickstand to hold the fan at your preferred position.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Tesla’s China leadership has indicated that the company’s Shanghai gigafactory could play a significant role in advancing the mass production of humanoid robots, as the electric vehicle maker pivots toward artificial intelligence and robotics.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
Today, the same ticker is up more than 700% as Allbirds pivots to AI.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 10 May 2026
Mazin’s script is shakiest when the action pivots to the village.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
But as the world pivots toward more sustainable sources of energy, a new geopolitical order will emerge.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
The head of the Mini Cool pivots 360 degrees.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Some areas could receive more than a foot of snow by Saturday, April 4, as the storm pivots over the region.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Fans may be confused by the finale, which pivots on a disclosure that’s bound to be common knowledge for viewers (and should already be recognized by the characters, too).
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 2 Apr. 2026
Founder James van Geelen said persistently high energy prices risk weighing on consumers and corporate earnings, creating a backdrop where stocks struggle even as the Federal Reserve eventually pivots toward rate cuts.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
According to a Zebra spokesperson, the review pivots the technology company further back to its core offerings.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Dec. 2025
Noun
Mercury joins forces with Uranus in Gemini on May 18, followed by the Uranus cazimi in the same sign on May 22, bringing unexpected news, sudden career pivots and opportunities that come out of the woodwork.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026
The BofA analysts went to sell from buy, citing execution risk as the customer platform for marketing, sales, and customer service pivots to an AI agent-first model.
—Jim Cramer, CNBC, 8 May 2026
Other landlords and developers made more dramatic pivots.
—Kim Velsey, Curbed, 1 May 2026
Ideas come fast, and so do pivots.
—Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
City did this by getting their front line to sit in front of these pivots, blocking the passing lanes into them — or at least making any possible balls to these players incredibly risky.
—Jon MacKenzie, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2026
On the ChillPill, the fan cylinder pivots around the base cylinder, with the base acting as a kickstand to hold the fan at your preferred position.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Tesla’s China leadership has indicated that the company’s Shanghai gigafactory could play a significant role in advancing the mass production of humanoid robots, as the electric vehicle maker pivots toward artificial intelligence and robotics.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 15 Apr. 2026
Today, the same ticker is up more than 700% as Allbirds pivots to AI.
—Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
Lee instead pivots to a 2023 bribery scandal that has nothing to do with the engineering, fire codes or testing protocols that govern these facilities.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 10 May 2026
Mazin’s script is shakiest when the action pivots to the village.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 27 Apr. 2026
But as the world pivots toward more sustainable sources of energy, a new geopolitical order will emerge.
—Big Think, 22 Apr. 2026
The head of the Mini Cool pivots 360 degrees.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Some areas could receive more than a foot of snow by Saturday, April 4, as the storm pivots over the region.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 3 Apr. 2026
Fans may be confused by the finale, which pivots on a disclosure that’s bound to be common knowledge for viewers (and should already be recognized by the characters, too).
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 2 Apr. 2026
Founder James van Geelen said persistently high energy prices risk weighing on consumers and corporate earnings, creating a backdrop where stocks struggle even as the Federal Reserve eventually pivots toward rate cuts.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
According to a Zebra spokesperson, the review pivots the technology company further back to its core offerings.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pivots
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What is striking about this moment is that America is not merely acknowledging the Jewish roots of some of its values historically, but openly turning again to a distinctly Jewish practice as a possible source of wisdom for the present.—
Ari Berman,
New York Daily News,
15 May 2026
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Rayner is a favorite of members who think the party has strayed too far from its working-class roots and those who want the party to do more to boost the minimum wage and raise taxes on the rich.—
Danica Kirka,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
Verb
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Others welcomed the update, noting that Costco frequently rotates items on its food court menu depending on demand and availability.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2026
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The tumbler’s leakproof lid also rotates for three comfortable sipping positions.—
Sian Babish,
PEOPLE,
9 May 2026
Noun
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With its sarong, curve-enhancing silhouette, and scooped neckline, the little red dress is enough to stop hearts, take breath away, and provide CPR all at once.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
11 May 2026
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This one, from the chef Perfecte Rocher (now cooking in San Diego), makes the most of spring delights, including fava beans and artichoke hearts.—
Carolynn Carreño,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
Verb
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Another turns downtown into Taste of Black Harrisburg, with food vendors, live mural painting, music, comedy, and chef demonstrations taking over the block.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
14 May 2026
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The device turns virtually any liquid into a frosty drink within 20 to 30 minutes — with a couple of exceptions.—
Clint Davis,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
Noun
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The mystery becomes even harder to explain because planetary cores are generally thought to form quickly.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
10 May 2026
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The federal plan would increase production of plutonium pits, the cores of nuclear weapons, a project that would cost $5 billion a year for the next six years.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
8 May 2026
Verb
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Anything less, though, swings the door open for Spurs to clinch survival at Stamford Bridge.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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When Kenobi surrenders and Vader swings his blade through Kenobi’s chest, Kenobi disappears.—
Mike Ryan,
IndieWire,
4 May 2026
Noun
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Second-year forward Aneesah Morrow was once again a bright spot for Connecticut, logging her second straight double-double off the bench with 16 points and 11 rebounds.—
Emily Adams,
Hartford Courant,
14 May 2026
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During the hourlong experience, two teams of up to seven players each face off in mini-games to see who can rack up the most points.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The arrests of nine people on the bridge — along with two rally organizers a couple days earlier — capped a two-month operation to track down dirt bike and ATV riders suspected of traveling in packs for sideshows and spins across the Bay Area, said Oakland police Chief Jim Beere.—
Jakob Rodgers,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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From May to November, Saturday Night Lights brings show jumping under the lights, with knock-out rounds, live music, and a family-friendly carnival atmosphere of pony rides, hobby horsing, face painting, and carousel spins.—
Belinda Luksic,
Southern Living,
2 May 2026
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“Pivots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pivots. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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