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verb

ˈspin How to pronounce spin (audio)
Definition of spinnext
1
as in to rotate
to move in circles around an axis or center spinning on its axis, the Earth makes one complete rotation every 23 hours 56 minutes 4 seconds

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2
as in to swim
to be in a confused state as if from being twirled around my head spun as I contemplated all the possible problems this restructuring could cause

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3
as in to swing
to move (something) in a curved or circular path on or as if on an axis spun the child around until he was hopelessly dizzy

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spin

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noun

1
as in rotation
a rapid turning about on an axis or central point the ice skater moved into a tight spin at the end of her routine

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as in daze
a state of mental confusion the news left me all in a spin

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3
as in excursion
a short trip for pleasure a family out for a spin on a beautiful Sunday afternoon

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Recent Examples of spin
Verb
Netflix is expected to reveal its earnings on July 16, while Comcast, parent of NBCU until plans to spin it off come to fruition, is slated to deliver an earnings report on July 23. — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 14 July 2026 In the weeks before the finale, viewers across social media platforms spun conspiracy theories, convinced that people with inside knowledge had been betting every step of the way, and potentially swaying the vote to ensure a bigger payout. — Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 13 July 2026
Noun
In their experiments, the researchers successfully changed the spin states of atoms using precise radio frequencies. — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026 The hotel puts its own spin on the classic recipe, combining a hibiscus- and coconut-infused Ecuadorian sugarcane spirit called caña manabita with naranjilla extract, cinnamon water, Gala apple purée, and a chamomile reduction. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for spin
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spin
  1. rotate
  2. swim
  3. swing
  4. rotation
  5. daze
  6. excursion
  7. revolve
  8. whirl
Verb
  • Throughout its duration, Agbaji rotated between training stations as campers ages 8-18 ran through drills focused on skills, teamwork and leadership.
    — Alexa Stone, Kansas City Star, 18 July 2026
  • For our drone, the whole thing is rotating, so there are no stationary parts.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 July 2026
Definition of rotate
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  • The incident occurred when Clark and her colleagues took a break to swim in the Econlockhatchee River near the Barr Street trailhead, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • It is considered unsafe to swim in the rivers for at least 48 hours after a storm.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 5 July 2026
Definition of swim
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  • Around the family, people shared takeout dinners, swung on hammocks and chattered.
    — Tess Kenny, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026
  • As the pendulum swung back and forth in the second half Argentina was left with 13 men after Joaquin Oviedo and Santiago Carreras were shown yellow cards for a neck roll and professional foul.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
Definition of swing
Noun
  • Fedorov, previously Ukraine’s minister for digital transformation, had been in the job for just six months and was popular among troops for improving pay and frontline rotations.
    — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • The Braves have reset their rotation coming out of the All-Star Break.
    — Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of rotation
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  • Hospital staff lined up to sing and dance, celebrating their good fortune, as the pair looked on in a daze.
    — Emmet Livingstone, NPR, 24 June 2026
  • Summer Satur-daze Summer Music Series.
    — Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 28 May 2026
Definition of daze
Noun
  • Bring your tube and go on your own adventure down the river or rent from establishments nearby like Rockin’ R River Rides for a full excursion.
    — Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 16 July 2026
  • The Dodgers’ first road trip is a three-city excursion that begins Thursday, April 1 in Denver with a four-game series against the Colorado Rockies.
    — Staff report, Oc Register, 16 July 2026
Definition of excursion
Verb
  • Charlotte’s newest revolving sushi bar is poised to open later this week.
    — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2026
  • Still, most gravitate toward the main pool, where the Delano's social scene has revolved for decades.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 July 2026
Definition of revolve
Verb
  • The final pool is a large open-air saltwater pool that whirled me around in its cool currents.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 July 2026
  • For much of the past week, all that Colombia had been able to agree upon was the pre-eminence of Luis Diaz, who remained a whirling dervish throughout the match as his side’s outstanding player.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 24 June 2026
Definition of whirl

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