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tailspin

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun tailspin has 2 senses
  1. tailspin - loss of emotional control often resulting in emotional collapse
    --1 is a kind of
    agitation
  2. tailspin, spin - rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral
    --2 is a kind of acrobatics, aerobatics, stunting, stunt flying

Definitions from the Web

Term: tailspin

Description:

Tailspin refers to a fast, uncontrollable downward spiral or decline, typically used to describe a state of chaos, confusion, or loss of control. It can be a noun or a verb, and it has various senses and usages, both popular and local.

Senses and Usages:

  1. Noun: A state of extreme confusion, anxiety, or panic.
  2. Example sentence: The company went into a tailspin after the CEO resigned unexpectedly.

  3. Noun: A spinning descent of an aircraft, especially in a steep spiral.
  4. Example sentence: The pilot managed to recover from the tailspin just moments before hitting the ground.

  5. Verb: To spiral out of control; to plunge into chaos or confusion.
  6. Example sentence: The stock market tailspinned after the economic crisis was announced.

  7. Verb: To cause someone or something to be in a state of extreme confusion or panic.
  8. Example sentence: The sudden news tailspinned the entire team, making it difficult to continue working.

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