take for a spin
The phrase "take for a spin" is often used to describe testing or trying out something, particularly vehicles, and can also imply taking someone for a casual drive.
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Definition
B2Automobiles
(informal)To test or try out a vehicle by driving it.
Example
- I took the new car for a spin to see how it handles.
B2General
(informal)To briefly use or operate something to evaluate its functionality.
Example
- He took the new software for a spin to check its features.
B2Social
(informal)To take someone for a casual drive in a vehicle.
Example
- We decided to take our friends for a spin around the city.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "take for a spin":
take for a ridetest drivetake a turnspin outtool aroundtake the wheelride alonglet drivefree spindrive attry out