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revolve vs rotate
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| revolveverb/rɪˈvɑːlv/ | Meaning to move in a circle around a central point, or to have something as the main focus | Goes with revolve around | Example The Earth revolves around the sun once every year. |
| rotateverb/ˈroʊ.teɪt/ | Meaning to turn in a circle around a central point; also to take turns or change in a regular order | Goes with rotate around | Example The Earth rotates on its axis once every twenty-four hours. |
Which word fits?
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