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a rapid turning about on an axis or central point
the Earth completes a single rotation around its axis in approximately 24 hours
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Recent Examples of rotation
Senior left-hander Seth Gilliland and top sophomore prospect Cole Ruggeri (Missouri) join Roberts in the rotation.
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Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Dawn Staley is exceptional at getting the most out of her players, and she’s mastered the rotation this year.
—Michael Waterloo, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
But medical updates this week have focused on his continued physical and respiratory therapy, as well as the rotation from high-flow oxygen through nostril tubes during the day and a non-invasive ventilation mask at night to help ensure his rest.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
On the other hand, an edge rusher rotation that includes Chubb, Phillips and Robinson is, on the top end, potentially game-changing, and on the low end, a respectable pass rush trio.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2025
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Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025
Dawn Staley is exceptional at getting the most out of her players, and she’s mastered the rotation this year.
—Michael Waterloo, The Athletic, 16 Mar. 2025
But medical updates this week have focused on his continued physical and respiratory therapy, as well as the rotation from high-flow oxygen through nostril tubes during the day and a non-invasive ventilation mask at night to help ensure his rest.
—Colleen Barry, Los Angeles Times, 15 Mar. 2025
On the other hand, an edge rusher rotation that includes Chubb, Phillips and Robinson is, on the top end, potentially game-changing, and on the low end, a respectable pass rush trio.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 4 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rotation
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Nearly 40% of all MLB pitchers who played in 2024 have undergone Tommy John surgery (UCL reconstruction), up from 27% in 2016, as throwing velocities and spin rates have increased.—
Lev Akabas,
Sportico.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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The segment also featured both Doja and Raye, who put their own spins on some of the classic cuts that emerged from the film franchise.—
Hugh McIntyre,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
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The roof’s soft curves intuitively guide visitors toward key entrances and spaces, making navigation seamless and inviting from every angle.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
14 Mar. 2025
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As consumer demand for fresh, high-quality options continues to surge, Citrus America has been ahead of the curve.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
13 Mar. 2025
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This is the rock ‘n’ roll spirit that Gaga was never going to bring to her Tony Bennett-era collaborations — and the most she’s ever integrated her radical and traditionalist sides in one song. 26.—
Kristen S. Hé,
Vulture,
19 Mar. 2025
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This design celebrates the aircraft’s storied past and bridges the gap between aviation heritage and rock ‘n’ roll culture.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Like a circle in a spiral, like a wheel within a wheel.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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His right rear wheel got loose and came off, sending him straight to the outside wall.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
20 Mar. 2025
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Every awards show, including at last night’s 2025 Oscars, director Cole Walliser and his crew take their premium spot on the step and repeat, and proceed to capture A-list stars doing their best twirls and poses for both high-speed and slow-motion video clips.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
3 Mar. 2025
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When breaks end, the referee twirls his arm above his head three times, and the game clock restarts.—
Ken Belson,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2025
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The New Year That Never Came, a drama about the Romanian revolution of 1989, written and directed by Bogdan Muresanu, won the Grand Prix, the top prize, at the 15th edition of the Luxembourg City Film Festival (LuxFilmFest) on Saturday.—
Georg Szalai,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Mar. 2025
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Between the lines: A few years into the generative AI revolution, experts are split on how imminent these threats are.—
Sam Sabin,
Axios,
14 Mar. 2025
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On Thursday, March 13, the actress, 67, commented on an Instagram reel of the E!—
Eric Andersson,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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Professionals increasingly share their expertise through LinkedIn posts, Instagram reels and personal websites.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
11 Mar. 2025
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“Rotation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rotation. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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