What is another word for whirlaway?
Pronunciation: [wˈɜːləwˌe͡ɪ] (IPA) 
Whirlaway is a verb that means to spin or rotate in circles. There are various synonyms for this word that are equally suitable and expressive in use. The common ones include spin, twirl, swirl, revolve, turn, pivot, and rotate. To whirl away time means to spend it in a light and enjoyable way without a particular sense of purpose. The synonyms for "whirl away" in this sense include waste, pass, while away, spend, and kill. Whirl away can also signify to divert someone's attention by directing them away from a particular situation or problem. Synonyms for this aspect of "whirl away" are deflect, distract, sidetrack, and shift.
