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as in spinning
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
rotate the mirror 180 degrees
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as in revolving
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 rotating
Best Nightlife L’Antiquario One of just a handful of bars in Italy on the World’s 50 Best Bars list, this elegant drinking den serves creative cocktails, including a Negroni flight served on a rotating carousel.
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Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
But as soon as one flagellar motor reverses direction and starts rotating clockwise, the bundle falls apart; the reverse-twirling filament unravels the braid and puts the cell’s flagellar motors at cross-purposes, kicking the cell around.
—Quanta Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
The Today desk has had a rotating group of anchors in recent weeks, as Guthrie had been off the air after her mom, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared from her Arizona home in early February 2026.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Caro and Rose suggest rotating the plant often.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026
From rotating strains to maintaining consistency, the company says that focus is paying off.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026
All models feature a two-tone design, with the rotating nozzle at the top matching the buttons and contrasting with the rest of the body.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Beverage director Jax Donahue divides the cocktail menu between classics and two rotating destinations (recently from San Francisco to Mexico City).
—Chris Malloy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
The Today show has had a rotating group of hosts in the past few months, due to Guthrie’s absence.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 13 Apr. 2026
Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 20 Apr. 2026
But as soon as one flagellar motor reverses direction and starts rotating clockwise, the bundle falls apart; the reverse-twirling filament unravels the braid and puts the cell’s flagellar motors at cross-purposes, kicking the cell around.
—Quanta Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026
The Today desk has had a rotating group of anchors in recent weeks, as Guthrie had been off the air after her mom, Nancy Guthrie, disappeared from her Arizona home in early February 2026.
—Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Caro and Rose suggest rotating the plant often.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 20 Apr. 2026
From rotating strains to maintaining consistency, the company says that focus is paying off.
—Jasmine Arenas, CBS News, 19 Apr. 2026
All models feature a two-tone design, with the rotating nozzle at the top matching the buttons and contrasting with the rest of the body.
—Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026
Beverage director Jax Donahue divides the cocktail menu between classics and two rotating destinations (recently from San Francisco to Mexico City).
—Chris Malloy, Bon Appetit Magazine, 14 Apr. 2026
The Today show has had a rotating group of hosts in the past few months, due to Guthrie’s absence.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 13 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotating
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In addition to not being able to slow down, some drivers found their vehicles spinning down the icy interstate.—
Jesse Sarles,
CBS News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The July 2025 crash sent both cars spinning into a third vehicle, injuring that driver and Carcamo-Meza’s passenger, police said.—
Lauren Penington,
Denver Post,
15 Apr. 2026
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The backdrop is a revolving spectacular set, such as cherry trees showering pink paper petals.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 Apr. 2026
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But now, instead of playing six notes, create this similar kind of a revolving pattern.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Your 12th House of Silence hosts ambitious Mars, who’s cheering on Pluto in your 10th House of Audiences, turning private prep into public credibility without draining you.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
16 Apr. 2026
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But the team wasted no time turning a new leaf.—
Juli McDonald,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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But as soon as one flagellar motor reverses direction and starts rotating clockwise, the bundle falls apart; the reverse-twirling filament unravels the braid and puts the cell’s flagellar motors at cross-purposes, kicking the cell around.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
20 Apr. 2026
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By the time Adell delivered his two-run double in the fourth inning, one that inspired a twirling fist pump, the Angels were well on their way to an 8-0 victory on Friday night while ending the San Diego Padres’ eight-game winning streak.—
Doug Padilla,
Oc Register,
18 Apr. 2026
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The uncanniness of twisting the paraphernalia of daily life into something unfamiliar or strange satisfied the Surrealist desire to subvert convention and tap into the unconscious.—
Eliza Goodpasture,
ARTnews.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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Tehran has made quite a penny charging tolls on the Strait, and twisting the knife by demanding payment in cryptocurrency or Chinese yuan, according to the FT.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
9 Apr. 2026
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There are already rumors swirling from Europe that former Barcelona legend and coach Xavi could be considered to replace Mascherano.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
14 Apr. 2026
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Rumors about the product have been swirling since last year, and the latest scoop says the company may be testing four different designs for the wearable.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
13 Apr. 2026
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Weather-resistant wicker and outdoor cushions with Sunbrella slipcovers are key for exterior furniture, and this armchair is a comfy, swiveling mixed-media accent for alfresco entertaining.—
Blake Bakkila,
Architectural Digest,
14 Apr. 2026
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Our guide in Moscow, Tanya, was a middle-aged woman who wore thick glasses plucked from a swiveling Optika stand at a Metro station.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Rotating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotating. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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