spin

Definition

  • noun: the act of 'spinning' or twirling something
  • verb: to turn or cause someone or something to turn around repeatedly
  • verb: to draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: protract, whirl, twirl

Examples

  • The news of her death sent him into a 'spin'. [=caused him to become very unhappy, to lose control of his life, etc.]

  • The 'spin doctors' from both sides were already declaring victory for their candidates as soon as the debate ended.

  • He accused the companies of 'spinning' the results of their studies to their own benefit.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) nobody'll ask you to do anything. You've been like a father to me. If they find out nurses are doing your procedures, you'll be kicked out so quick, your head'll spin. And there it is. Have a terrific day. I'm not really dead. Bambi, here's Mrs Lenzer's tox screen. Is Turk having (..)
    2001 TvShow: Scrubs Title: My First Day Season: 1 Episode 1