revolve around
phrasal verb
revolved around; revolving around; revolves around
1
: to move around (something) in a path that is similar to a circle
The planets revolve around the sun.
2
: to have (someone or something) as a main subject or interest
The discussion revolved around the question of repairing the roads.
His life revolves around playing basketball.
He thinks the world revolves around him.
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Our days there tended to revolve around wandering the Sequoia National Forest’s many mountain paths, the Cannell Meadow Trail being a favorite; lounging in the hot springs along the river; and taking in the sunset from Kern River Brewing Co., a restaurant with sweeping views of the valley.
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David Amsden, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2025
This contemporary fantasy revolves around a group of teenagers — namely Tom (Jeremy Shada), a descendant of Hiccup and Astrid, and his friends, including future love interest Jun Wong (Ashley Liao).
—Skyler Trepel, EW.com, 13 June 2025
Her problems intersect in a way that ensures her entire life revolves around her 1991 Toyota Corolla.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2025
Most of those questions revolve around her confidence, mindset, and ability to defeat top-level 125-pound competition at this stage of her career.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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David Amsden, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2025
This contemporary fantasy revolves around a group of teenagers — namely Tom (Jeremy Shada), a descendant of Hiccup and Astrid, and his friends, including future love interest Jun Wong (Ashley Liao).
—Skyler Trepel, EW.com, 13 June 2025
Her problems intersect in a way that ensures her entire life revolves around her 1991 Toyota Corolla.
—Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2025
Most of those questions revolve around her confidence, mindset, and ability to defeat top-level 125-pound competition at this stage of her career.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 11 June 2025
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“Revolve around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/revolve%20around. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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