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as in rotating
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 spinning
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 contemplating
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 revolving
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.
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
The revolving theater attraction chronicles how technological advances have shaped the lives of an American family, primarily across the 20th Century.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 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
But criminal gangs stay ahead of this by revolving numbers and using farms of consumer devices to push out their messages.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
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Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 6 Sep. 2025
The revolving theater attraction chronicles how technological advances have shaped the lives of an American family, primarily across the 20th Century.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 3 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
But criminal gangs stay ahead of this by revolving numbers and using farms of consumer devices to push out their messages.
—Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolving
Verb
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Instead, the integration of HRC US has resulted in some staff rotating through F1 programs in Europe and Japan.—
Sam Abuelsamid,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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The undulating building features exhibition spaces, a library, a museum, and concert venues where a rotating program of art exhibitions, performances, conferences, and workshops showcase Azeri history and contemporary culture, both local and international.—
Mae Hamilton,
AFAR Media,
9 Sep. 2025
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Scott appeared to have done his job, spinning a full-count slider below the strike zone that Lee chased.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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Ledford is a songwriter to watch, spinning urgent, gripping tales of life’s ups and downs in the midst of a wildly colorful and psychedelic musical universe.—
Jim Harrington,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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When the San Francisco 49ers were contemplating drafting Mac Jones in 2021, the then-Alabama quarterback might have daydreamed about running an offense that included George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
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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The Revival Act has left some pondering what the endgame looks like for Zuffa.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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Turns out Stephano was pondering beltmaking too, leading the two to partner on a new business venture creating small-batch leather pieces and metal accessories.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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The crowd takes it all in wearing headphones with green lights, turning the night into a kind of silent disco in a scene straight out of Mad Max.—
David Hochman,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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The Andante cantabile offers benevolence tinged with shadow, its harmonies turning suddenly ominous.—
Sheila Regan,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Even the assassination of political figures is not the same thing as just being shot in the throat for the crime of debating issues in the public square.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
13 Sep. 2025
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If your current TikTok feed is full of Gen-Z and millennial users debating short nails verses long-almond nail shape nails, rest assured that burgundy nails work with either camp.—
Jamie Wilson,
Glamour,
12 Sep. 2025
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But then, in August of 2024, it got stuck — again — this time slowly twirling in a kind of ocean vortex known as the Taylor column.—
Kat Lonsdorf,
NPR,
5 Sep. 2025
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On a recent summer evening, at the monthly Sunset & Salsa rooftop party, twirling couples filled the dance floor hours before the harsh sun finally set.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
13 Aug. 2025
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Around the same time, Mark Twain spent weeks at a time at the estate, soaking in the New England scenery and entertaining other houseguests with readings from Huckleberry Finn.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
16 Sep. 2025
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With that in mind, colorful cookware makes entertaining a breeze, as these pieces can go straight from the oven or stovetop to the table.—
Heather Riske,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Sep. 2025
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“Revolving.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolving. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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