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gyration

Pronunciation: [ˌdʒaɪˈreɪʃən]

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Learn how to use gyration in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “movement”

(noun) a circular or spiral movement. Think about when something spins around in circles, like a merry-go-round or a dancer twirling.

Example

The gyroscope's gyration helps it stay balanced while spinning.

Example

The lack of gyration in the disk made it hard to tell if it was even working.

Example

Can you see the gyration of the planets as they orbit the sun?

Context: “dance”

(noun) a whirl or a spin in dance. Imagine when people spin around when they're dancing, showing off their movements.

Example

Her graceful gyration impressed everyone at the dance competition.

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His lack of gyration while dancing made the performance seem dull.

Example

Did you notice the gyration in her dance routine?

How to pronounce gyration

Pronunciation: [ˌdʒaɪˈreɪʃən]

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