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tailspin

tails·pin

US/ˈteɪˌlspɪn/ rare

noun

1.

loss of emotional control often resulting in emotional collapse

2.

rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral

Synonyms

Origin

From tail + spin.

Phrases

  • downward spiral

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