pivoting

American

[piv-uh-ting] / ˈpɪv ə tɪŋ /

noun

Dentistry.

(formerly) the attaching of an artificial crown to the root of a tooth with a metal dowel.

Etymology

Origin of pivoting

1850–55; pivot (v.) + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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Some are pivoting to blue-collar work or starting their own businesses.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 22, 2026

Many attempted to dodge the question, pivoting to terrorism or border security, but her tenacity revealed exactly what most of them actually believe: that there is a “but” lurking around the corner of every statement.

From Salon • Mar. 12, 2026

They’ve cited various reasons for layoffs, from strategic shifts and restructuring to pivoting to smaller teams and fewer managers.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

"So the past year and a half has been changing a lot. We've been pivoting quite rapidly but it's been pretty exciting."

From BBC • Mar. 4, 2026

“Now,” she said, pivoting quickly from the stove and staring as she pointed the menacing wire toward my nose, “let’s get this done once and for all.”

From "Dead End in Norvelt" by Jack Gantos

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