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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
With minimum salaries starting at $66,000, WNBA players generate the bulk of their income through endorsement deals and partnerships that can revolve entirely around online campaigns.
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2025
The components of Connecticut’s plan include a revolving loan fund for solar systems, energy storage, and enabling upgrades for multifamily affordable housing through the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority.
—Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 8 Aug. 2025
The highest-grossing film of the previous year — in fact, the highest-grossing film for the next decade — revolved entirely around a kid wanting a phone.
—Jeremy Dauber, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2025
The system is likened to how a theater brings a scene on stage and will be motorized, with a rotary mechanism to revolve its bedroom, kitchen/dining area, and a bathroom using the platform, as required.
—Adam Williams
july 22, New Atlas, 22 July 2025
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Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2025
The components of Connecticut’s plan include a revolving loan fund for solar systems, energy storage, and enabling upgrades for multifamily affordable housing through the Connecticut Housing Finance Authority.
—Jan Ellen Spiegel, Hartford Courant, 8 Aug. 2025
The highest-grossing film of the previous year — in fact, the highest-grossing film for the next decade — revolved entirely around a kid wanting a phone.
—Jeremy Dauber, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2025
The system is likened to how a theater brings a scene on stage and will be motorized, with a rotary mechanism to revolve its bedroom, kitchen/dining area, and a bathroom using the platform, as required.
—Adam Williams
july 22, New Atlas, 22 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolve
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Build five core templates that rotate through different content angles.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
19 Aug. 2025
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For the kinetically-shot scene, in which the camera rotates around Warner Bros.’ New York street set, Berghoff and company had to bring all the decorative elements of a typical Chinatown to the nondescript street.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
19 Aug. 2025
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Kernels of reality and anecdote spun into gospel and motif by media and politicians rooting for the failure of cities.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
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In a day and age where the trend cycle seems to always be spinning, a keen fashion sense is rare.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
15 Aug. 2025
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The company is now contemplating a Series B round as well, with a specific goal of opening new market segments.—
Jim Vinoski,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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The club was still contemplating whether to add a sixth starter to the mix sometime during this stretch.—
Tim Britton,
New York Times,
20 Aug. 2025
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But now, an outdated tax rule is turning what was once a reward into a financial penalty.—
Collyn Wainwright,
The Tennessean,
22 Aug. 2025
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Despite her signature humor, Dunst's Town & Country also turned heartfelt.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
22 Aug. 2025
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Michael Bier of Foul Territory TV also pondered a division with the Royals, Rangers, Astros and Cardinals.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Aug. 2025
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Thomas and Irish director Mark Cousins pondered over the state of the film industry during a 90-minute conversation, which also covered Harvey Weinstein, Harry Cohn and Thomas’ time spent with some of the biggest filmmakers in history.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Aug. 2025
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Soto, one of the generation’s best hitters, swung and missed.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
19 Aug. 2025
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On Friday, the focus will swing to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, which has been the home in past years of many big policy announcements from the Fed.—
Matt Ott,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Aug. 2025
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Yet, Trump’s measured tone with Zelenskyy and willingness to entertain significant U.S. involvement in a post-war security arrangement were notable after his chummy summit with Putin, heartening supporters of Ukraine.—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
19 Aug. 2025
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But what may have shifted is President Donald Trump's patience to entertain steadfast Russian demands.—
Ellie Cook,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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The tracks led north and east now, angling and twisting through the timber, across ravines and small draws, avoiding parks and passes, heading generally into the wind.—
Fred C. Mercer,
Outdoor Life,
14 Aug. 2025
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Jeju Island, meanwhile, serves volcanic beauty—with its twisting lava tubes, Hallasan’s crater trails, and waterfalls tumbling into emerald pools.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Revolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolve. Accessed 29 Aug. 2025.
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