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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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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
But Puente, who lied pathologically, spun a more elaborate story of the sisters’ visit. — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026 There’s so many new ideas surfacing constantly that my head spins. — Rachel Desantis, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026
Noun
Yes, as the season of presidential politics grinds on to the November showdown, a promising but unfulfilled new ABC situation comedy called Spin City puts its own spin on the hype and hope associated with the political game. — Miles Beller, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026 Mini Spicy Pumpkin Samosas These bite-size samosas put a seasonal spin on a freezer favorite, combining pumpkin with a little heat. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 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
  • Instead, Toner suggests rotating a small selection of art or notes on a bulletin board or magnetic frame or bulletin board somewhere else in the kitchen to keep the room and fridge looking clean.
    — Mallory Carra, The Spruce, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The council’s five permanent members hold veto power, while Africa’s three rotating seats offer no comparable influence over wars affecting the continent and beyond.
    — Mogomotsi Magome, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of rotate
Verb
  • Jetta was trained to swim to the pool’s edge three times a day and inhale deeply through the nebulizer, which was crafted specially for a beluga blowhole.
    — Margherita Bassi, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026
  • More energetic outdoor activities include swimming in the saltwater pool, walking or jogging on the Deck 15 track, paddle tennis, golf cages, and a mini-golf course.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of swim
Verb
  • The extinct bird seems to have swung their club hands in fights.
    — Niranjana Rajalakshmi, Popular Science, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Locally, the impact will be felt mostly within its circles where sentiment swings on the outcome of the next football game.
    — Mac Engel September 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of swing
Noun
  • And Marcelin, who had worked his way into the linebacker rotation early in his sophomore year, was tied for third on the team with nine tackles through three games.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Summer frocks remain on rotation, made appropriate for the season by thin sweaters and leather boots, while sandals pair with mini skirts and mocknecks.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of rotation
Noun
  • Everyone in town seemed to walk through that day in a daze; Leslie’s name was spoken in hushed whispers.
    — Brenna Ehrlich, Rolling Stone, 31 July 2026
  • Kutsuna has an impish twinkle; Yamada mutely swans about in a daze like an opium fiend.
    — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026
Definition of daze
Noun
  • Wells, 18 and Black, joined friends on a Fourth of July boat excursion to an island off Mississippi’s Gulf Coast but did not return with them.
    — Corey Williams, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
  • During an October 2025 trip to Northern Ireland, the Princess of Wales wore pieces by Ralph Lauren, Barbour and Really Wild, among others, in a similar color scheme to Thursday’s Scotland excursion.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of excursion
Verb
  • Prime Video continues to be one of the most baffling streaming services, from dull originals like Reacher to a revolving catalogue of films that never saw the light of an actual movie theater.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 19 Sep. 2026
  • During the day, my mother worked as a sales clerk at the Woodward’s store downtown, in the building with the red revolving W on top.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of revolve
Verb
  • The combat scenes, frequently pitting Latif’s sharpened steel against more popular American weaponry, are staged with whirling verve, wit and, best of all, balletic coherence.
    — Guy Lodge, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The room grows as silent as this whirling slot machine of a city can get.
    — Jeff Weiss, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2026
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