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/Sounds like "DAHR" (as in "dart") + "BWEHL" + "tahs" (as in "tar")/

Meaning

To overthink or mentally loop on the same problem without ever reaching a conclusion. Used widely across the Spanish-speaking world, dar vueltas is that unproductive mental spiral that keeps you stuck instead of moving forward.

Examples

I have been going around in circles on the same problem for hours.

Stop overthinking it and just make a decision.

Regional synonyms

Of course, absolutely, sure. Used widely across Central America to agree warmly and without hesitation. "Claro que sí" is the standard polite response in service contexts and everyday conversation: it signals genuine willingness, not just a plain yes.