TAILSPINS Synonyms: 25 Similar and Opposite Words

tailspins

noun

plural of tailspin

as in breakdowns

a mental or nervous collapse the pressures of his job nearly caused him to go into a tailspin

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breakdowns

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Communication breakdowns may leave patients unaware of available services, while a lack of referrals can keep them from receiving needed care.

— Marci Lee Nilsen, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2026
Making thoughtful choices on how much to automate work and decisions, as well as putting the right boundaries and guardrails in place, can go a long way in preventing breakdowns in that partnership.

— Elisa Mallis, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026

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