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Pivot

/pˈɪvət/
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(noun) A thing on which something turns; specifically a metal pointed pin or short shaft in machinery, such as the end of an axle or spindle.

Pushing that button will make the object pivot around the y axis.
Algeria needs to pivot its economy away from oil and gas.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The entire strategy hinged on a single ____ point that the team had to get exactly right.

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