rotation

noun

rō-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce rotation (audio)
Definition of rotationnext
as in spin
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point the Earth completes a single rotation around its axis in approximately 24 hours

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Recent Examples of rotation Speaking of their rotation, tonight's starter, Anthony Kay, looks to lead them to victory. — David Troy Outkick, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026 With that rotation, Kloss has become a slightly different kind of Jude fan. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 28 July 2026 Other celebrities like Dakota Johnson and Hailey Bieber have also stepped out in the slinky dress style, further cementing its spot in my summer-to-fall rotation. — Ali Faccenda, InStyle, 28 July 2026 One path for the Tigers, as The Athletic previously reported, is to acquire a controllable starting pitcher who would replace Skubal in their rotation, along with multiple prospects. — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for rotation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotation
  1. spin
  2. curve
  3. roll
  4. wheel
  5. twirl
  6. revolution
  7. reel
Noun
  • Unlike their more useful counterparts, silicon-29 and germanium-73 possess nuclear spin—a tiny magnetic property that acts like countless microscopic magnets scattered throughout the material.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 26 July 2026
  • All the best aesthetics of the decade—we’re talking boho aesthetics, disco shine, and sporty retro pieces—have returned with a modern spin.
    — Renata Joffre, Glamour, 26 July 2026
Definition of spin
Noun
  • The state police report said the Malibu was headed westbound on Burma Road, north of Firetower Road, when the driver lost control while navigating a left-hand curve.
    — Michael Guise, CBS News, 30 July 2026
  • Treasury yields on the long end of the curve soared as Warsh held his post-meeting news conference.
    — Fred Imbert, CNBC, 30 July 2026
Definition of curve
Noun
  • Efforts to ensure the integrity of state voter rolls are worthwhile.
    — Editorial, Boston Herald, 27 July 2026
  • That's because only a small share of total Imax theaters are big enough and equipped with the high-cost machinery necessary to project the gigantic rolls of 70 mm film.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 25 July 2026
Definition of roll
Noun
  • Authorities say Jones suddenly slumped over in the driver's seat before Wesley climbed out of the back seat, pushed her body into the passenger seat, got behind the wheel and drove away.
    — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
  • The bike rolls on lightweight cast aluminum wheels shod in sticky Metzeler Racetec RR K3 tires.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 30 July 2026
Definition of wheel
Noun
  • Inside a historic church on Park Avenue, two dancers clothed in blue-and-pink brocade twirl up and down the aisles to a string-heavy soundtrack.
    — Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 June 2026
  • The actress, who was styled by Karla Welch, adorned the look with a gold twirl necklace that was also part of the collection and featured on the runway paired with the same dress.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Definition of twirl
Noun
  • That steady flow of conversions amounts to a structural bid for the dollar, one that has little to do with the White House and everything to do with where the technology revolution is headquartered.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2026
  • The new materials revolution is giving us all a chance to literally wear our love for animals on our sleeves.
    — P.J. Smith, Footwear News, 30 July 2026
Definition of revolution
Noun
  • Has a devastating chip block on Abdul Carter featured on his reel.
    — Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • The audio was rebuilt from the original three-track 35mm pre-mix reels, restoring clarity and dynamic range long lost in previous versions.
    — Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 24 July 2026
Definition of reel

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“Rotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotation. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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