as in roots
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 rotates
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 pivots
Jane Sadowsky, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
The plot pivots on tiny gestures involving matters of life and death.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
And maximizing resources has become de rigueur this year as every industry is being disrupted, forcing marketing teams into overdrive and demanding constant pivots while budgets continue to shrink.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
As the investigation unfolds, the narrative pivots between rational inquiry and collective paranoia.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
In small groups or large ones, your steady voice can guide everyone (whether this is a professional team or your personal circle) through any necessary pivots.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
In one sequence, a solemn Gregorian chant pivots to a tango as Grace and Rocky’s ships connect airlock-to-airlock in spinning orbit.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
On stage, the 24-year-old pivots effortlessly between personas.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2026
The second stage pivots to creating new traffic flows on numerous Oakland streets, including restriping Madison Street for two-way travel and restriping Jackson Street for one-way travel underneath I-880.
—Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026
Yun Li, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
This gradually pivots the narrative toward the possible culprits in the form of the Jewish Defense League (JDL), an organization in Europe and North America branded a right-wing terrorist group by the FBI.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
The closures come as Amazon pivots its focus to open more than 100 new Whole Foods Markets in the next few years, the company said in a news release.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
According to a Zebra spokesperson, the review pivots the technology company further back to its core offerings.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Dec. 2025
Hezekiah pivots to boxing, and his strength in the ring and romantic chemistry with Mary get him the wrong kind of attention from Sugar — who’s just itching to swan-dive off that cliff into self-destruction.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
Life pivots to you and the baby.
—Raven Smith, Vogue, 13 Nov. 2025
The film pivots from wry mock-doc to straightforward slasher in its second half, but its wit remains sharper than the farm equipment Leslie uses to dispatch his victims.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Our talk of the first president eventually pivots to the actions of the current one.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
Corporate boards make some of the most consequential decisions in business — acquisitions, strategic pivots, leadership transitions, major capital allocations.
—Jane Sadowsky, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
The plot pivots on tiny gestures involving matters of life and death.
—Richard Brody, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
And maximizing resources has become de rigueur this year as every industry is being disrupted, forcing marketing teams into overdrive and demanding constant pivots while budgets continue to shrink.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
As the investigation unfolds, the narrative pivots between rational inquiry and collective paranoia.
—Lin Ying-Hsuan, Variety, 23 Mar. 2026
In small groups or large ones, your steady voice can guide everyone (whether this is a professional team or your personal circle) through any necessary pivots.
—Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
In one sequence, a solemn Gregorian chant pivots to a tango as Grace and Rocky’s ships connect airlock-to-airlock in spinning orbit.
—Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
On stage, the 24-year-old pivots effortlessly between personas.
—Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 15 Mar. 2026
The second stage pivots to creating new traffic flows on numerous Oakland streets, including restriping Madison Street for two-way travel and restriping Jackson Street for one-way travel underneath I-880.
—Chase Hunter, Mercury News, 14 Mar. 2026
Verb
Founder James van Geelen said persistently high energy prices risk weighing on consumers and corporate earnings, creating a backdrop where stocks struggle even as the Federal Reserve eventually pivots toward rate cuts.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 25 Mar. 2026
This gradually pivots the narrative toward the possible culprits in the form of the Jewish Defense League (JDL), an organization in Europe and North America branded a right-wing terrorist group by the FBI.
—Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 17 Feb. 2026
The closures come as Amazon pivots its focus to open more than 100 new Whole Foods Markets in the next few years, the company said in a news release.
—Greta Cross, USA Today, 27 Jan. 2026
According to a Zebra spokesperson, the review pivots the technology company further back to its core offerings.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 19 Dec. 2025
Hezekiah pivots to boxing, and his strength in the ring and romantic chemistry with Mary get him the wrong kind of attention from Sugar — who’s just itching to swan-dive off that cliff into self-destruction.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025
Life pivots to you and the baby.
—Raven Smith, Vogue, 13 Nov. 2025
The film pivots from wry mock-doc to straightforward slasher in its second half, but its wit remains sharper than the farm equipment Leslie uses to dispatch his victims.
—Katie Rife, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Oct. 2025
Our talk of the first president eventually pivots to the actions of the current one.
—Christopher Bonanos, Curbed, 23 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pivots
Noun
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Standing knee-deep in the lo‘i, covered in mud, gently pressing roots into the earth, anchored me in a new way.—
Wassan Al-Khudhairi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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These five artists have combined their Indigenous roots with revolutionary artistic techniques to preserve their cultures in the face of adversity.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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His fan rotates to distribute the air in the room.—
Tim Carter,
Hartford Courant,
4 Apr. 2026
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Organize your pantry supplies with this handy 2-tier bamboo turntable that rotates for easy access to all your everyday cooking essentials.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Previously, an English bull terrier Border collie mix was melting hearts on social media.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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For all the success Duke has had through the years, the Blue Devils have now had hearts broken by UConn three straight times in the Big Dance.—
Noah Trister,
Baltimore Sun,
29 Mar. 2026
Verb
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August 23 – September 22 Persistent focus turns small tasks into big wins.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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By the afternoon, most of North Texas turns quieter, with highs in the upper 70s to low 80s.—
Michael Autovino,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Innerspring mattresses have supportive cores made of metal coils and are topped with foam or other layers of padding.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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The bombs’ nuclear warheads weren’t armed, but their plutonium cores were.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
3 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The gardening season, after all, swings into full gear for all the tender plants after the last frost.—
Seth Jacobson,
The Providence Journal,
20 Mar. 2026
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The West Side’s 16th District, which swings from Cicero, Lyons and Riverside up through Melrose Park, features a three-way race steeped in tangled histories.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Towns finished with 20 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and seven turnovers on 8-of-12 shooting from the field in 29 minutes of action on Wednesday.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
2 Apr. 2026
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The key now is to foster stronger intracontinental dialogue—turning these events from mere entry points into active hubs of exchange among artists, institutions, and audiences.—
Smooth Nzewi,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Nelson’s 1975 album spins a yarn about a fugitive on the run after killing his wife and her lover.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
3 Apr. 2026
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The value proposition increases for casino players in Pennsylvania and New Jersey (50 bonus spins in each state) who receive secondary perks on top of the sportsbook bonus.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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“Pivots.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pivots. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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