spin around

phrase

: to turn around quickly or to turn (someone or something) around quickly
He spun around and looked at me in surprise.
He grabbed her and spun her around.

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For a multisport excursion, opt for the Ultimate Alaska Adventure, which combines a horseback ride, float trip, and a spin around the sand dunes on an ATV. Brandon Withrow, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026

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“Spin around.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spin%20around. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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