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noun

ˌpir-ə-ˈwet How to pronounce pirouette (audio)
Definition of pirouettenext
as in rotation
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point the ballerina's perfectly executed pirouette

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verb

as in to rotate
to move in circles around an axis or center the ballerina pirouetted across the stage

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Recent Examples of pirouette
Noun
In hours of underwater video footage from a New York aquarium, a beluga whale named Natasha stretches her neck, pirouettes, nods, and shakes her head in front of a two-way mirror. — Federica Sgorbissa, ArsTechnica, 24 May 2026 The natural state of being, as a quarterback, is to move and slide and pirouette in the pocket to avoid blows from bull-rushing men dozens of pounds heavier. — Luca Evans, Denver Post, 13 May 2026
Verb
The Chinese duo’s voices pirouette around a pulse that sounds like a car door chime as abortive crashes puncture the otherwise placid, kickless ambience. — James Gui, Pitchfork, 17 Apr. 2026 Within five consecutive offensive possessions, Doncic hit a pirouetting step-back three, split a double team with a behind-the-back dribble to throw a no-look lob to Rui Hachimura, spun through another trap for a second alley-oop to LeBron James and nailed the dagger three. — Los Angeles Times, 24 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pirouette
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pirouette
  1. rotation
  2. rotate
  3. twirl
  4. revolve
  5. spin
  6. curve
  7. roll
Noun
  • While chip stocks have stumbled, a rotation into other sectors has helped to buoy the market.
    — John Towfighi, CNN Money, 9 July 2026
  • Opt for high-quality sets in bold prints and keep them in constant rotation.
    — Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 8 July 2026
Definition of rotation
Verb
  • These often more concerning sprains result from twisting or outward rotating your foot.
    — Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
  • Atlanta, to no one’s surprise, remains entrenched in the mix of rotating CFP sites.
    — Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of rotate
Noun
  • Inside a historic church on Park Avenue, two dancers clothed in blue-and-pink brocade twirl up and down the aisles to a string-heavy soundtrack.
    — Madeline Hirsch, InStyle, 26 June 2026
  • The actress, who was styled by Karla Welch, adorned the look with a gold twirl necklace that was also part of the collection and featured on the runway paired with the same dress.
    — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 May 2026
Definition of twirl
Verb
  • Less than three years ago, revolving sushi restaurant Kura Sushi opened on Kansas City’s Country Club Plaza, eliciting long waits for its video game-style service.
    — Jenna Thompson July 8, Kansas City Star, 8 July 2026
  • The innovation used a revolving cylinder and a reversible wringer to separate and clean clothing.
    — Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026
Definition of revolve
Noun
  • Each morning, the lodge serves a lavish buffet, followed in the afternoon by its spin on the traditional German Kaffe und Kuchen—coffee and cake.
    — Jeff Chu, Travel + Leisure, 6 July 2026
  • Israel dismisses Hamas’ announcement as meaningless political spin.
    — Wafaa Shurafa, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of spin
Noun
  • Now, the happiness curve is flat until around age 50, when life satisfaction begins to rise again.
    — Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 9 July 2026
  • By swapping in the valvetrain from the Redeye, SRT freed the Hellcat to rev a little higher—just 300 RPM—and keep riding that curve upward.
    — Byron Hurd, The Drive, 9 July 2026
Definition of curve
Noun
  • Accessibility Elevators provide access to every floor, and accessible rooms are available, with accommodations such as wheelchair accessible routes, roll-in showers, and a visual alarm for guests who are deaf or hard of hearing.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
  • Those grants are then used to protect IT systems from foreign and domestic cyberattacks, update voting systems, ensure the accuracy of voter rolls and protect the integrity of ballots after they are cast.
    — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of roll

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