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
Katie Mannion, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
During a town-hall meeting with staff in the network’s Hudson Yards headquarters this month, Mr. Thompson presented a series of slides that underscored the necessity of CNN’s digital pivot, flagging its underperforming advertising business and the lack of energy on its website.
—Benjamin Mullin, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 25 Jan. 2025
The shutdown has also meant the agencies have had to pivot in their work with refugees who are already here.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 24 Jan. 2025
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Noun
Speaking to The Washington Post in November 2022, Fat Joe explained that Azariah was behind his pivot to talk show host.
—Katie Mannion, People.com, 24 Jan. 2025
During a town-hall meeting with staff in the network’s Hudson Yards headquarters this month, Mr. Thompson presented a series of slides that underscored the necessity of CNN’s digital pivot, flagging its underperforming advertising business and the lack of energy on its website.
—Benjamin Mullin, New York Times, 23 Jan. 2025
Verb
The Mets appeared to begin pivoting this month, signing outfielder Jesse Winker to a one-year, $8 million contract and reliever A.J. Minter to a two-year, $22 million deal.
—Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 25 Jan. 2025
The shutdown has also meant the agencies have had to pivot in their work with refugees who are already here.
—Sharon Bernstein, Sacramento Bee, 24 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pivot
Noun
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And Baker didn’t feed Madison a whole lot about who Ani was at her core—leaving a trusting space for Madison to find Ani on her own.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
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At the core of this high-stakes maneuver is the war in Gaza.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
3 Feb. 2025
Verb
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These counter height stools have a 360-degree rotating seat, so users can seamlessly swivel to face towards or away from the counter.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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By Saturday morning, the Empire State Building will be lit up in the Nets’ throwback red, white and blue color scheme with No.15 rotating on the spire.—
C.J. Holmes,
New York Daily News,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Once the roots are about as wide as your finger, harvest carrots by pulling them up with a lifting-twisting motion, or use a gardening fork to gently lever long roots free from the soil.—
Lauren Landers,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Feb. 2025
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This clash at Bowman Gray this year was meant to contrast with the innovative formats seen in LA Clash, an attempt to lure new audiences while still honoring the traditional roots of the sport.—
Alex Harrington,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
Verb
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However, after reading the groom-to-be's explanation on Reddit, many users have swung behind him in support.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Both the Lakers and Warriors figure to continue pursuing upgrades between now and the Feb. 6 trade deadline, although neither seems likely to swing a blockbuster trade for another star.—
Bryan Toporek,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Eating more potassium-rich foods can help prevent high blood pressure and heart disease.29 12.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
29 Jan. 2025
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Lil Petey has an honest heart and carries the untainted perspective of a pure, impressionable small child.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Absent greater public awareness the ominous forecast will turn into inevitability.—
Michael S. Lubell,
Scientific American,
29 Jan. 2025
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Bounds couldn't turn her back on this sweet senior dog.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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And then a character would come on screen and there would be an essence or an energy, or even just a costume.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
4 Feb. 2025
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As a seasoned guitarist, songwriter, and performer, Knowles embodies the essence of modern blues-rock, blending soulful storytelling with a distinctive, hard-hitting sound.—
SPIN Contributor,
SPIN,
4 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Scientists traced one to the turbulent, magnetically active region around a rapidly spinning star called a magnetar.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN,
26 Jan. 2025
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Accelerate Gradually Avoid sudden acceleration, which can cause tires to spin.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
25 Jan. 2025
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“Pivot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pivot. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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