Thesaurus results for PIVOT

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noun

ˈpi-vət

Definition of pivot

as in core

the central part or aspect of something under consideration an issue that is the real pivot of the controversy

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verb

as in to rotate

to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis the telescope is mounted on a tripod so you can easily pivot it for viewing in any direction

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Recent Examples of pivot

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Fortunately, you’re being given a chance to review your progress, pivot and decide a better path forward. —Kyle Thomas, People.com, 16 Mar. 2025 His pivot drew sharp criticism from House Democrats, who had largely united against the measure. —Nik Popli, TIME, 14 Mar. 2025

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List began her career as a child model before pivoting to acting with early roles in 27 Dresses, Spider-Man 2, and Remember Me. —Denise Petski, Deadline, 17 Mar. 2025 Carter Fulcher took a similar route, starting his career in software before pivoting to full-time real estate. —Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 17 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pivot

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Economists surveyed by Dow Jones had been looking for 0.3% increases on both headline and core, with respective annual rates of 2.9% and 3.2%, meaning that all of the rates were 0.1 percentage point less than expected.

— Jeff Cox, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2025
Set Clear Values, Messaging And Tone At The Start Maintaining a brand’s core identity requires setting clear values, messaging and tone from the outset.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025