Spin

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Spin is a term used in internet slang to refer to the act of presenting information or a certain event in a biased or favorable way to influence or manipulate peoples opinions. This term is often used when someone tries to alter the narrative or provide a distorted view of the facts to make something appear more positive or negative than it actually is.

Example 1:
Imagine a politician giving a speech about a controversial policy. They may spin the information by emphasizing the potential benefits and downplaying any negative consequences, in order to convince the audience that the policy is better than it may actually be.

Example 2:
In a news article, a journalist might spin a story by selectively choosing which details to include or exclude, shaping the narrative to support a specific point of view. This can lead to biased reporting and manipulate the readers’ perception of the events being described.

Synonyms:
manipulation, bias, propaganda, distortion
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