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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
Beyond the Lakers’ evolving second-round rotations, Redick stressed that his team would need to move into its offense quicker during Game 2 and in the remainder of the series.
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Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Some of Atkinson’s rotations were awkward because of Allen’s early foul trouble and the fact Atkinson was cognizant of playing a Game 7 just a couple of days earlier and was concerned about fatigue.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 6 May 2026
So your rotations aren’t just about contesting 3s.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
Different types of rotations require different levels of energy.
—Olivia Harper Wilkins, The Conversation, 27 Apr. 2026
Charlotte was hit hard — not just at key positions, but across the depth chart, affecting special teams units and even scout team rotations.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
Brown said his rotations could change any day.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
But Shaffer put Denning out there a few rotations and then the freshman/sophomore duo of Henry Kim and David Beamer stepped up and got some key blocks the rest of the way.
—Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Power of the motor Power is measured in horsepower, amps, watts and rotations per minute.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Benjamin Royer, Oc Register, 8 May 2026
Some of Atkinson’s rotations were awkward because of Allen’s early foul trouble and the fact Atkinson was cognizant of playing a Game 7 just a couple of days earlier and was concerned about fatigue.
—Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 6 May 2026
So your rotations aren’t just about contesting 3s.
—Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 30 Apr. 2026
Different types of rotations require different levels of energy.
—Olivia Harper Wilkins, The Conversation, 27 Apr. 2026
Charlotte was hit hard — not just at key positions, but across the depth chart, affecting special teams units and even scout team rotations.
—Hunter Bailey, Charlotte Observer, 27 Apr. 2026
Brown said his rotations could change any day.
—Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Apr. 2026
But Shaffer put Denning out there a few rotations and then the freshman/sophomore duo of Henry Kim and David Beamer stepped up and got some key blocks the rest of the way.
—Tim Meehan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026
Power of the motor Power is measured in horsepower, amps, watts and rotations per minute.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotations
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Located in the heart of downtown Blowing Rock, the restaurant serves new American classics, including spins on steak and fish, as well as a long list of appetizer spreads made with local ingredients.—
Leigh Ann Henion,
Southern Living,
9 May 2026
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Delicate woven and stitched fabrics can easily stretch, snag, or tear during high-speed spins.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 May 2026
Noun
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Its front wheels have an open-wheel design; they’re shrouded in aerodynamic pods but mounted out wide from the streamlined cabin, which looks much more aerospace than automotive.—
Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
14 May 2026
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Our 2026 Tiguan was loaded with standard features such as 20-inch alloy wheels, LED automatic headlights, heated and cooled seats, heated R-line steering wheel, and a simplified 15-inch infotainment system.—
Marc D. Grasso,
Boston Herald,
14 May 2026
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The pair picked apart the Fire defense with a series of effective rolls and slips.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
10 May 2026
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Data brokers pull from public records -- property filings, voter rolls, court documents -- that are constantly updated.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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One of the highlights is the Viaduto do Carvalho, a bridge built along the edge of a mountain with sweeping views over the forest canopy and distant peaks as the train curves along its path.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
11 May 2026
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Stassie Karanikolaou’s decision to reverse her Brazilian butt lift is fueling new questions about whether the era of exaggerated curves is coming to an end.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Makar tested out his skating with some twirls at the end of the first and returned for the second.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 May 2026
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The unconscious Moon twirls into your 12th House of Whispers, inviting gentle reflection and rest that helps your inner world reorganize.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Like the industrial and financial revolutions that preceded it, AI offers a rare chance to redefine the human experience.—
Solo Ceesay,
Rolling Stone,
7 May 2026
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Still, revolutions rarely come easy.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN Money,
7 May 2026
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“Rotations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotations. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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