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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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
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Breakthrough in therapy That pivot started with Lauren Proe and Yaronda Broussard, his first physical and occupational therapists.
—Claire Partain, Houston Chronicle, 4 May 2026
Elaine Yu, CNBC, 6 May 2026
Company executives have previously said Disney pivoted marketing and promotional efforts to attract local visitors.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
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Noun
Having it for that two weeks just seemed unnecessary, so that was probably the biggest pivot, was turning it into a week.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 4 May 2026
Breakthrough in therapy That pivot started with Lauren Proe and Yaronda Broussard, his first physical and occupational therapists.
—Claire Partain, Houston Chronicle, 4 May 2026
Verb
SenseTime, one of China's early AI companies, has pivoted to stay relevant in the generative AI era.
—Elaine Yu, CNBC, 6 May 2026
Company executives have previously said Disney pivoted marketing and promotional efforts to attract local visitors.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pivot
Noun
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Retailers that effectively deploy AI in their physical stores recognize the human elements at the core of the in-person shopping experience.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
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Wu’s office said the veterans department will continue to provide core services to all qualifying veterans and provide financial and medical assistance to qualifying veterans and their dependents with limited incomes for food, shelter, clothing, and medical care, as required by state law.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The Caramel Churro Sundae is the latest addition to Costco's lineup of sundaes, which have previously rotated to include fun flavors like the Double Chocolate Mint Sundae and Caramel Brownie Sundae.—
Gabe Hauari,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The 6-foot-6 guard will likely slot in as the two-guard for Boise State, with returning sophomore Aginaldo Neto and North Dakota State transfer Damari Wheeler-Thomas likely to rotate at point guard.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Affordability is one of the most urgent challenges facing our region, and the county must take a more active role in addressing its root causes.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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Instead of focusing on competition, Tucci’s culinary endeavors have centered on reconnecting with his Italian roots.—
Alejandra Gularte,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
Verb
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The Blue Jays swung at just 18% of Detmers’ pitches that were out of the zone.—
Jeff Fletcher,
Oc Register,
9 May 2026
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Extra servos in the shoulders let the arms swing widely, while the leg joints allow crouching and shifting positions.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
8 May 2026
Noun
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Eating snacks rich in magnesium, potassium, calcium, and fiber can help lower blood pressure and support heart health.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
11 May 2026
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Small habits and lifestyle changes can also benefit your blood pressure and overall heart health.—
Jennifer Berger,
Verywell Health,
11 May 2026
Verb
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Minnesota's Target Center turned into a political stage Saturday night as the Minnesota Lynx home opener against the Atlanta Dream was hijacked by a fan shouting anti-ICE sentiments.—
Alejandro Avila OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
11 May 2026
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If the 2026 first-rounder didn’t convey, then the Clippers would get Indiana’s unprotected 2031 pick, which is the same year franchise star Kawhi Leonard turns 40 years old.—
Law Murray,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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The aye-aye, in essence, became a woodpecker by primate standards.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
10 May 2026
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The Mario series was maturing alongside the greater video-game landscape, but its childlike essence remained—not through docile cuteness, but through a more grandiose fusion of wonder, whimsy, and wistfulness.—
Billie Bugara,
Pitchfork,
9 May 2026
Verb
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Elsewhere, fibers are spun into thread, dyed, bleached, and rewoven into rugs, carpets and blankets.—
Ayushi Shah,
CNN Money,
9 May 2026
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The 21-year-old left-hander rebounded from two sup-par starts to spin five shutout innings in high Single-A Fort Wayne’s 1-0 win over visiting Beloit.—
Jeff Sanders,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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“Pivot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pivot. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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