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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 rotations
No plays to memorize, no rotations to execute.
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D’joumbarey A. Moreau, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
There were significant tactical market peaks in January or February in 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2025, all of them involving momentum reversals and forced rotations as an aggravating factor.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 16 Feb. 2026
From quick appetizers to fresh salads, check out these recipes using goat cheese to incorporate some tanginess into your meal rotations.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
But this was exploitable when their player rotations were not quick enough.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Chloe Kim could attempt a jump called a 1260, which is 3 and a half rotations or 1260 degrees.
—Ramon Padilla, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Judges evaluate how well the element is performed, looking for intricate entrances before the take-off, a clean landing on one foot, height, distance and fully completed rotations while the skater is in the air.
—Robert Samuels, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
But a medal will likely require her to nail an extra level of difficulty against competitors whose runs often contain more amplitude and rotations.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Closing out the East Coast-heavy portion of the trip, the Lakers’ 125-109 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night revealed a rare sight for Coach JJ Redick’s in-game rotations.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
D’joumbarey A. Moreau, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026
There were significant tactical market peaks in January or February in 2018, 2020, 2022 and 2025, all of them involving momentum reversals and forced rotations as an aggravating factor.
—Michael Santoli, CNBC, 16 Feb. 2026
From quick appetizers to fresh salads, check out these recipes using goat cheese to incorporate some tanginess into your meal rotations.
—Abby Fribush, Southern Living, 14 Feb. 2026
But this was exploitable when their player rotations were not quick enough.
—Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
Chloe Kim could attempt a jump called a 1260, which is 3 and a half rotations or 1260 degrees.
—Ramon Padilla, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
Judges evaluate how well the element is performed, looking for intricate entrances before the take-off, a clean landing on one foot, height, distance and fully completed rotations while the skater is in the air.
—Robert Samuels, Washington Post, 10 Feb. 2026
But a medal will likely require her to nail an extra level of difficulty against competitors whose runs often contain more amplitude and rotations.
—Andrew Greif, NBC news, 9 Feb. 2026
Closing out the East Coast-heavy portion of the trip, the Lakers’ 125-109 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday night revealed a rare sight for Coach JJ Redick’s in-game rotations.
—Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotations
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BaubleBar debuted new trinkets and accessories inspired by the characters; Brooks Brothers launched a capsule collection with Snoopy dressed up in a bowtie, and more brands showcased unique spins on the beloved characters.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
19 Feb. 2026
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The 18-year-old wowed with a graceful performance that included beautiful extensions and spins.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
17 Feb. 2026
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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While older torque vectoring systems use the brakes to balance power between wheels, Audi’s setup here is active, using an electric motor actuator to make huge power deltas between the left and right wheels if necessary.—
Andrew P. Collins,
The Drive,
19 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Sweeten mornings with breakfast sandwiches made on Hawaiian rolls.—
Nellah Bailey McGough,
Southern Living,
20 Feb. 2026
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Hush puppies versus yeast rolls.—
Monti Carlo,
AJC.com,
20 Feb. 2026
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Original EveryWear Zero Waistband Micro Flare Jeans Designed to hug your curves and shape your waist, the Zero Waistband Micro Flare Jeans have a flare leg and a high waist that elongates the legs.—
Melanie Fincher,
Southern Living,
14 Feb. 2026
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An accidental rear-end collision is what brings Davis and Maya together in the first place—and their ensuing relationship, though not without its bumps, sends the story on some of its more pleasurable curves.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
13 Feb. 2026
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The swishy Zesica Sleeveless Maxi Dress checks all my boxes, as the asymmetrical top is designed to sit lower on one side, and slightly flares out into a flowy pleated skirt that twirls nicely and allows for a full range of movement.—
Sophie Dodd,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Feb. 2026
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To be frank, Jarrett’s rush pattern may have short-circuited the Next Gen Stats GPS system with more twists, twirls and figure-eights than an Olympic figure skating routine.—
Dan Wiederer,
New York Times,
15 Jan. 2026
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In its simplest two-magnet form, the motor reaches about 1,300 revolutions per minute (RPM) before gearing.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Feb. 2026
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But revolutions usually start small.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Rotations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotations. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.
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