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spin out

idiom

To prolong; to make longer (in time).


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  1. 01

    make someone's head spin

    To cause someone to be dizzy.

  2. 02

    spin a yarn

    To tell or create a story, especially one which is lengthy or far-fetched.

  3. 03

    spin doctor

    To generate spin (a favorable interpretation or bias).

  4. 04

    spin one's wheels

    To make no progress despite making an effort; to get nowhere.

  5. 05

    spin someone's wheels

    To excite someone; to stir someone's emotions.

  6. 06

    take for a spin

    To test or try out something, especially an automobile.

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