spiral

To continuously worsen or improve, often rapidly and uncontrollably.

"The economy began to spiral out of control."

A curve winding outwards or inwards from a central point.

"The staircase had a beautiful spiral design."

To move or cause to move in a continuous curving path.

"Smoke spiralled upwards from the chimney."

Winding in a continuous curve around a central point or axis.

"She drew a spiral pattern on the page."