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as in to rotate
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis
the salesclerk revolved the glass display case so I could see the watchbands on the reverse side
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as in to spin
to move in circles around an axis or center
the sidereal day measures the time it takes the Earth to revolve completely about its axis with respect to the fixed stars
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as in to contemplate
to give serious and careful thought to
for the next several hours he kept revolving the cryptic message in his mind, trying to make sense of it
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Recent Examples of revolve
As the world marks yet another International Women’s Day on Saturday, the conversation revolves once more around progress made and hurdles yet to be overcome.
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Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
At that time, most of the dating shows in Korea revolved more around the delicate or innocent emotional arcs of the contestants — more young and innocent vibes.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2025
However, that comes after net financing from external sources of £260m (£180m revolving credit drawdown, £80m in equity from Ratcliffe) in the second half of 2024.
—Mark Critchley, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
McRae showcased the song inside a white box fitted with a revolving floor and spotlight.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 5 Mar. 2025
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Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 7 Mar. 2025
At that time, most of the dating shows in Korea revolved more around the delicate or innocent emotional arcs of the contestants — more young and innocent vibes.
—Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2025
However, that comes after net financing from external sources of £260m (£180m revolving credit drawdown, £80m in equity from Ratcliffe) in the second half of 2024.
—Mark Critchley, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
McRae showcased the song inside a white box fitted with a revolving floor and spotlight.
—Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for revolve
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The dining room on the floor below has deep red carpets, gold chairs, burl wood walls in a herringbone pattern and reflective metallic paint on the ceiling that intensifies the rotating 360 degree views.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Powered by the automatic Rolex cal. 3175, its GMT hand was still slaved to the local hour hand, meaning that a second time zone could only be tracked using the rotating bezel.—
Oren Hartov,
Robb Report,
28 Mar. 2025
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Much like George repeating his intern year, this season was kind of spinning its wheels.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
27 Mar. 2025
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With Atletico midfielder Koke attempting to cover the distance, Cardoso spins his marker and pushes the ball forward, creating separation on the halfway line.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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To recognize the Fed’s insignificance, all readers need to do is contemplate all the attention given the central bank by economists and pundits.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Kashin Inc is not involved in any pending legal proceedings, and no such proceedings are known to be contemplated.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
28 Mar. 2025
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An elegant ode to functionality, the studio installed a curtain rail around a daybed, allowing the space to be turned into an impromptu extra guest room.—
María Noval-Quílez,
Architectural Digest,
30 Mar. 2025
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Our favorite machines here can turn your barista into a stranger.—
Molly Higgins,
Wired News,
30 Mar. 2025
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Fans took to the comments to both praise and ponder Trainor's new look.—
Tracy Wright,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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For the six years between the two boys’ deaths, James, too, was pondering suicide—Vincent’s, and then, at some point, his own.—
Yiyun Li,
The New Yorker,
23 Mar. 2025
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, (Last week: 1) The betting odds have swung massively into Gilgeous-Alexander’s favor with Jokić missing so many games recently with an ankle injury.—
Zach Harper,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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Still no timetable on anything, but he’s been able to swing the bat and feel like there’s been some steady improvement day after day.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2025
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As Von Teese straps on a new corset and Christian Louboutin heels, her fleet of fast-tapping dancers entertain the audience.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2025
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While older teens might appreciate its message about family and independence, younger kids will likely be more confused than entertained.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
26 Mar. 2025
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On his podcast, Wright talked about how his comments were twisted.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2025
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Dawn broke to reveal its source: a long, narrow ridge of jagged ice that had mysteriously arisen across the lake’s surface, meandering like the spiked back of a twisting dragon.—
Martin Fackler,
New York Times,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Revolve.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/revolve. Accessed 11 Apr. 2025.
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