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

  • (..) I'm not? Well, then, come on, baby. I'm ready. Don't you mess with me, mister. I will divorce you so fast, it'll make your head spin. On what grounds? I'm not a drunk. I don't fuck other women. I don't mistreat you. I've never hit you. (..)
    1999 American Beauty