Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

But it’s a testament to how even the slightest of pivots can reframe a story, making it all the more personal without drawing explicit attention to itself.

From Salon • May 25, 2026

After he’s ousted from his data-scraping firm, he pivots to create a new unethical startup called P.I.N.A.T.A.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2026

Here are some other famous digital pivots, AI-focused and otherwise.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

The pharma giant’s recent strength is tied to a shift in investor sentiment, as the company pivots toward higher-growth business segments.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

After a few minutes, he pivots out of his delirium and I get the first clear shot of his face.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson