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revolve around

1 of 1verb
/rɪˈvɑlv əˈraʊnd/
Forms:revolves around,revolving around,revolved around,revolved around
1

to focus on something or someone as the primary subject or point of interest

  • The plot of the movie revolves around a detective solving a complex mystery.
  • The success of the project largely revolves around effective teamwork.
  • Her entire career revolves around promoting environmental awareness.
  • The novel's story revolves around the life of a young musician.
  • This debate will revolve around the key issues of healthcare and education.
2

to rotate in a circular motion around a central point

  • The Earth revolves around the Sun in its annual orbit.
  • The ceiling fan's blades revolve around to circulate air in the room.
  • The planets in our solar system revolve around the center of the Milky Way galaxy.
  • The dancer made graceful movements that appeared to revolve around a central point.
  • The merry-go-round at the park allows children to revolve around a fixed pole.