Something that can be spun (4)

I believe the answer is:

tale

(Other definitions for tale that I've seen before include "Story; lie" , "Story or anecdote" , "'Story, narrative (4)'" , "Fable" , "See 20" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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