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as in revolves
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 rotates
Because the planet rotates very fast, these rising and sinking currents get twisted and stretched into horizontal flows, AKA jet streams.
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
Ensure Leadership Continuity in the LAFD Film Unit Unlike LAPD and Recreation & Parks, where staff remain in place for years and build deep expertise and relationships, LAFD rotates the Film Unit captain every three years under union rules.
—Peter White, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
Germany rotates home international fixtures around a host of venues, including Munich, Berlin and Dortmund.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
It’s made of clear, plastic that maximizes visibility and rotates 360 degrees for easy access to all items.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
Their menu rotates frequently to highlight seasonal flavors, but some dishes have become staples.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
However, for the most body, choose a brush that rotates in different directions, which can give your hair a more natural look.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
Cannon still rotates between the mothers of his children, some more than others.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Saturn rotates on an axis tilted by 27 degrees, much as Earth does, so every 14-and-a-half years — half of its 29-year orbit — the planet’s tilt aligns the rings with the line of sight from Earth.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2025
Ensure Leadership Continuity in the LAFD Film Unit Unlike LAPD and Recreation & Parks, where staff remain in place for years and build deep expertise and relationships, LAFD rotates the Film Unit captain every three years under union rules.
—Peter White, Deadline, 10 Oct. 2025
Germany rotates home international fixtures around a host of venues, including Munich, Berlin and Dortmund.
—Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
It’s made of clear, plastic that maximizes visibility and rotates 360 degrees for easy access to all items.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Oct. 2025
Their menu rotates frequently to highlight seasonal flavors, but some dishes have become staples.
—Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2025
However, for the most body, choose a brush that rotates in different directions, which can give your hair a more natural look.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025
Cannon still rotates between the mothers of his children, some more than others.
—Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 23 Sep. 2025
Saturn rotates on an axis tilted by 27 degrees, much as Earth does, so every 14-and-a-half years — half of its 29-year orbit — the planet’s tilt aligns the rings with the line of sight from Earth.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 20 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotates
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Rocky Horror Picture Show at Mahalia Jackson Theater The cult-classic, wacky, horror musical Rocky Horror Picture Show turns 50 this year.—
Jenny Adams,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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If Feel Good was comedy with a powerful dramatic arc, Wayward turns that formula on its head and is largely a drama with some lighter moments along the way.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
12 Oct. 2025
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The Wizards’ argument revolves more around versatility.—
Josh Robbins,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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Dress up for a twirl around the 17th-floor Pier Top lounge, which slowly revolves to showcase 360-degree views of Fort Lauderdale.—
Angela Caraway-Carlton,
Miami Herald,
4 Oct. 2025
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Dust devils form when hot air near the surface rises and spins, picking up dust along the way, Bickel said.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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Glitter Gel Pen Taylor spins like a girl in a brand new dress, while Fountain Pen Taylor yells at caterers.—
Rob Sheffield,
Rolling Stone,
7 Oct. 2025
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But the tone swings between sour and sweet, grounded and silly, and the jokes run more broadly wacky than precise or original.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Oct. 2025
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Stacey might have the upper hand now, but Gizelle seems to have a knack for being there when the boomerang inevitably swings back.—
Shamira Ibrahim,
Vulture,
13 Oct. 2025
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As their relationship twists into abuse and control, Darya makes a daring escape — only to discover Sam has ordered her death.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
14 Oct. 2025
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The handle twists at a 90-degree angle to become a high-speed hair dryer, but locked into its upright position, the device converts into a self-winding curling iron, a frizz-smoothing paddle brush, and a volume-building oval brush.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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With the French Maison’s 80th anniversary, Balmain essentially pivots to a more democratic approach of customer participation, unfolding an aspirational and timeless story.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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The central Largo movement pivots around a clash of B-minor and B-major chords, with the latter repeatedly struggling to win out over the former.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Rotates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotates. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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