spin the plate

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Noun spin the plate has 1 sense

spin the plate, spin the platter - a game in which something round (as a plate) is spun on edge and the name of a player is called; the named player must catch the spinning object before it falls or pay a forfeit
--₁ is a kind of child's game

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Spin the Plate

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To keep several tasks or activities going simultaneously; to handle multiple responsibilities.

Example Sentence:

As a manager, Sarah is skilled at spinning the plate by juggling multiple projects and coordinating different teams.

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A game or performance act that involves spinning plates on wooden dowels.

Example Sentence:

The circus performer amazed the audience by successfully spinning the plates on multiple dowels.

Part of Speech: Idiom

Definition: To continue working on a project or task even when it becomes difficult or challenging.

Example Sentence:

Despite facing numerous obstacles, he decided to spin the plate and finish the project on time.

Part of Speech: Local Usage

Definition: Referring to the act of skillfully balancing varying commitments or tasks.

Example Sentence:

In our busy household, my mom always manages to spin the plate by maintaining a successful career and taking care of the family.

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