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tourbillion

noun

variants or tourbillon
Definition of tourbillionnext
as in vortex

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Recent Examples of tourbillion The pattern is broken only by the brand’s signature white gold Bridge over the tourbillon carriage. — Carol Besler, Robb Report, 2 Sep. 2026 These include the fast-rotating barrel, completing a revolution in five hours instead of the conventional seven and a half, and the variable-inertia tourbillon, which compensates for the effects of gravity on timekeeping precision. — Richard Mille Contributor, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for tourbillion
  1. vortex
  2. whirlpool
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  • The species' non-linear approach to time, coupled with a penchant for making giant space vortices their home, suggests they're closely related to the wormhole aliens, aka Prophets, worshipped by the Bajorans.
    — Richard Edwards, Space.com, 24 Sep. 2026
  • For something to stay in the vortex of the culture, there has to be emotional investment.
    — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of vortex
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  • The cruise line said the ship's hot tubs and heated whirlpools would remain closed as a precaution while testing continues, according to the Cruise Fever report.
    — Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026
  • At its heart is the main pool ringed by lounge chairs and a pair of whirlpools.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of whirlpool

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“Tourbillion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tourbillion. Accessed 1 Oct. 2026.

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