Thesaurus results for SWIVEL

swivel

verb

Definition of swivel

as in to rotate

to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis the cat swiveled one ear to listen to a sound outside swiveled around in his office chair

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Recent Examples of swivel And with no disrespect to the Signature motorhome and its 2-in-1 hybrid bathroom and swiveling front lounge, the sliding bathroom of the Habiton camper van was arguably the pièce de résistance of that multi-vehicle effort. — New Atlas, 21 July 2026 Notice how often his head is swiveling, surveying the field over each shoulder. — Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026 Walking around in a cloud of vanilla will have heads swiveling, Leo. — Ariel Wodarcyk, InStyle, 14 July 2026 France’s left-back, on his way from Aston Villa to Paris Saint-Germain this summer, instinctively swivelled and attempted to clear, taking out the incoming Yamal with a swipe through the thigh in the process. — Jack Lang, New York Times, 14 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for swivel

Recent Examples of Synonyms for swivel

Verb

Behind him sits one of the youngest jurors, attending the trial with lip studs and a rotating assortment of rock band T-shirts.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Both Leonard and head coach Klint Kubiak have expressed that the plan is to rotate players around, but honestly, this defense is tailor-made for Maxx Crosby to have an outstanding year.

— Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of rotate

Verb

Prices of the precious commodity have swung dramatically from one season to the next, particularly as issues such as climate change, water scarcity and pest and disease pressures persist.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
The club opted against a lengthy pre-season trip to North America, Oceania, or East Asia, preferring a smaller-scale tour in which the squad swung back to the Carrington training ground after playing across a host of European cities.

— Carl Anka, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of swing

Verb

One of my non-negotiable recommendations is Tonnara di Scopello, another historic tuna fishery turned into a tiny museum and protected cove.

— Megan Rose Murray, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Her biweekly nostalgia program has turned into a daily online recap of the Keffe D trial.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of turn

Verb

Perry noted that unlike other spinning coasters, whose rotation may depend on weight distribution within the vehicle, these coaster cars are programmed to spin at specific times along the track, in sync with the on-board audio.

— Eve Chen, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026
Before and after each screening, Cinespia’s signature DJs will spin sets while guests can enjoy the beer and wine bars as well as concession stands scattered throughout the cemetery grounds.

— Beatrice Verhoeven, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of spin

Verb

The last time these two met in Tuscaloosa was in 2024, when the Tide won 41-34 on Ryan Coleman-Williams 75-yard, twirling touchdown catch-and-run.

— Justin Williams, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
Einstein’s general theory of relativity dictates that a twirling black hole would bring spacetime along for the ride, warping it in a process known as the Lense-Thirring effect.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of twirl

Verb

Shares of Salesforce have gained nearly 16% over the past three months as the company has pivoted to AI, including by scooping up startups in the industry.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
The school colors and logos are all set on Crocs’ lightweight Croslite material, with a supportive sole, pivoting heel straps and breathable upper.

— Tim Chan, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of pivot

Verb

Yet fighting for the spotlight could be the least of their problems, as questions swirled over how the Sussexes would actually pull off life in Britain.

— Lauryn Overhultz , Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 21 Aug. 2026
The What podcast, shared an update with fans amid swirling rumors that the beloved fest had been canceled.

— Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 21 Aug. 2026