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as in to revolve
to move in circles around an axis or center
with mirrors on three sides, she rotated all around to see how the dress looked on her
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Recent Examples of rotate
The Spurs’ defense was incredibly connected, aggressively rotating on and off SGA doubles and managing not to get exposed on the back end.
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William Guillory, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Much credit should go to the Valkyries, who rotated Burton, Gabby Williams, Kaitlyn Chen, Kaila Charles and others onto the Fever star during the 40-minute thriller.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Owners David Hart and Shawn Allen plan to open the new spot at the former Merl’s 111 barbecue stand by mid-June to early July, featuring homemade ice cream and rotating Mexican, barbecue and steak specials.
—Jake Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
For a more holistic recovery, capital must rotate into less favored but more resilient sectors—business services, healthcare and other domestic industries that dominate the private equity backlog and are less susceptible to influences like tariffs or fuel prices.
—Marc Cooper, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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William Guillory, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Much credit should go to the Valkyries, who rotated Burton, Gabby Williams, Kaitlyn Chen, Kaila Charles and others onto the Fever star during the 40-minute thriller.
—Joseph Dycus, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
Owners David Hart and Shawn Allen plan to open the new spot at the former Merl’s 111 barbecue stand by mid-June to early July, featuring homemade ice cream and rotating Mexican, barbecue and steak specials.
—Jake Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 May 2026
For a more holistic recovery, capital must rotate into less favored but more resilient sectors—business services, healthcare and other domestic industries that dominate the private equity backlog and are less susceptible to influences like tariffs or fuel prices.
—Marc Cooper, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotate
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This ability to turn humans into readers is the unique magic of children’s books—yes, even the books that adults might not love.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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With one play, Tre Phelps turned a quiet Athens Regional final on its head.—
Sarah Spencer,
AJC.com,
1 June 2026
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It’s also given Peffer and Zack Tatar time to work on updating a new display for sponsor Broadway San Jose, which will replicate San Jose’s Center for the Performing Arts with a revolving stage that shows a musical theater performance on one side and backstage chaos on the other.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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Clarkson will be joined by fellow returning coach Adam Levine —making his return to the revolving red chairs as the reigning champion — and newcomer coaches Queen Latifah and country music singer Riley Green.—
Mekishana Pierre,
Entertainment Weekly,
28 May 2026
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On any other man, this level of villainy could be mustache-twirling and cartoonish.—
Kelly Lawler,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Players twirled napkins over their heads.—
Paul Tenorio,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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Often mixed in to the beat are noisemakers like matracas – wooden objects in the shape of flags that produce a loud clacking sound when spun – and plastic horns called cornetas, which fans use to keep the matches animated from start to finish.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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This is Linda Clover, volunteer, curator, and caretaker of the 46-foot-wide creation, who’s met thousands of tourists from all over the world at the ball eager to spin some twine and a story.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Arraez was then picked off and the inning was over without Schmitt getting a chance to swing the bat.—
Justice delos Santos,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Given Waters’ stature as a congressional representative for 35 years, Ali said, her slate mailers can swing outcomes.—
Steve Lopez,
Los Angeles Times,
29 May 2026
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Tomatoes are susceptible to many viruses, such as tomato yellow leaf curl virus, that cause leaves to twist and curl.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
29 May 2026
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Back in 2017, fellow Belgian David Goffin twisted his ankle on tarp at the back of a court at Roland Garros.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Some robot makers have expanded that concept into swiveling tabletop machines like ElliQ, designed for elder companionship.—
Matt O’Brien,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Made with ingredients that plump and moisten dry, aging skin—including mango seed butter, shea butter, and vitamin E—the blush is shaped like a jumbo swiveling crayon.—
Jenny Berg,
Glamour,
29 May 2026
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All of this comes after speculation about what prenup Swift and her soon-to-be-husband, Travis Kelce, could sign has started swirling.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
28 May 2026
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Despite rumors swirling since last week that the actor would not return for a third season, sources confirmed discussions are underway to find a way for Hardy (who plays gangster Harry Da Souza in the Paramount+ show) to come back.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
28 May 2026
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“Rotate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotate. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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