What does tailspin mean?
A tailspin is a situation in which something is going badly or is in a state of chaos. To put something into a tailspin is to cause it to deteriorate or become chaotic.
Example
"The company's financial troubles put it into a tailspin, leading to widespread layoffs."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.