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as in to rotate
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
the salesclerk revolved the glass display case so I could see the watchbands on the reverse side
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as in to spin
to move in circles around an axis or center
the sidereal day measures the time it takes the Earth to revolve completely about its axis with respect to the fixed stars
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as in to contemplate
to give serious and careful thought to
for the next several hours he kept revolving the cryptic message in his mind, trying to make sense of it
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Recent Examples of revolve
Since cable cars can’t reverse, operators must physically turn each car on a revolving wooden turntable at the terminus.
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Maggie Downs, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Mid-summer changes to United’s revolving credit facility indicated a switch in strategy, and there was a more aggressive approach in the market following a summit in Iceland between Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
That could be a two-tier shelf, plastic bins, a revolving lazy Susan organizer, plastic drawers, or whatever is most practical for you and your space.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
Inducing oxidization without harsh solvents or a revolving wardrobe would be an ideal way to help keep clothes clean and the planet healthy.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
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Maggie Downs, Oc Register, 9 Sep. 2025
Mid-summer changes to United’s revolving credit facility indicated a switch in strategy, and there was a more aggressive approach in the market following a summit in Iceland between Sir Jim Ratcliffe, chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox.
—James McNicholas, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2025
That could be a two-tier shelf, plastic bins, a revolving lazy Susan organizer, plastic drawers, or whatever is most practical for you and your space.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
Inducing oxidization without harsh solvents or a revolving wardrobe would be an ideal way to help keep clothes clean and the planet healthy.
—Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolve
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Smarter Buying And Storage Habits The best way to keep spices at their peak is to buy, store, and rotate them wisely.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
14 Sep. 2025
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That’s a completely different challenge than rotating two and switching them out each drive and in certain packages.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
14 Sep. 2025
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Delivering an incredible 280 Air Watts of suction through its fifth generation Hyperdymium capable of spinning at 135,000rpm, the flagship model boasts a number of other supporting technologies such as laser dust detection, whole-machine HEPA filtration, and a 70-minute runtime.—
Alex Harrington,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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Gaudí’s structure is a head-spinning mixture of morphing geometrical forms, many inspired by nature.—
D. T. Max,
New Yorker,
15 Sep. 2025
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While vocal over the years about his aversion to sell, take on a business partner or publicly list the company, rumors about Armani contemplating forming a foundation first emerged in 2012.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Conducting compensation negotiations with a team is only one of relevant services contemplated by the SPAC.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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He was arrested following a 33-hour manhunt after his parents recognized surveillance images of the suspect released by police and convinced him, with the help of a family friend, to turn himself in.—
Connor Greene,
Time,
17 Sep. 2025
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Also, the tensions between Asuka, Kairi Sane, and Iyo could result in the latter turning heel on Vaquer during or after the match for the vacant WWE Women’s World Championship.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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As Mary’s family attempts to rally around the Downton heiress, Robert (Hugh Bonneville) and Cora (Elizabeth McGovern) are navigating their way through more financial strife, with those downstairs also left to ponder what the future holds for aristocratic homes like theirs.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Sep. 2025
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Brendan McDermid | Reuters After Swedish payments group Klarna’s $17 billion initial public offering, investors are pondering which big fintech name will be the next to go public.—
Ryan Browne,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
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That kind of dexterity is apparent in the footwork, one of those features that can swing matches when the going gets tough.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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After the Blue Jays swung a trade to bring in Shane Bieber at this season's deadline, Edward Eng of FanSided's Jays Journal predicted the team would turn to him as a long-term replacement while letting Max Scherzer walk this winter.—
Peter Chawaga,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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These initiatives still fall within the purview established by recent Supreme Court decisions, and remain steps that companies can entertain even in the current legal climate.—
Adia Harvey Wingfield,
Forbes.com,
17 Sep. 2025
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The only way Golden State can even entertain that kind of move, though, is if Kuminga doesn't accept the qualifying offer, and instead signs a larger, multi-year deal this offseason.—
Noah Camras,
MSNBC Newsweek,
16 Sep. 2025
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No, just experience twisting her hair into a bun and tucking the ends underneath.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
12 Sep. 2025
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The agents pushed him against a metal fence, put his hands behind his back and twisted his arm, according to the lawsuit.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Revolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolve. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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