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.
(..) 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