rotating
Britishadjective
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revolving around a central axis, line, or point
the rotating blades of a helicopter
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passing in turn to each of two or more eligible parties
the rotating presidency of the EU
Example Sentences
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Rotating soldiers on the front line in eastern Ukraine is extremely difficult because of the constant threat of drones.
From BBC • May 17, 2026
In January, the firm said it purchased Bethlehem, Pa.-based Rotating Machinery Services, which provides aftermarket services for the turbomachinery sector.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 10, 2025
Rotating the signs every hour, we observed 3,810 banana shoppers over eight days in two stores.
From Salon • Dec. 31, 2024
Rotating display areas showcase contemporary objects and ideas from the region.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2023
Rotating slowly in eternal sunshine, Libra would have abundant solar energy, so much, in fact, that some could be converted into microwaves and beamed back to earth.
From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins
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