in the wind

Idioms  

1. Likely to occur, as in “He knew Gattis had guessed what was in the wind and was pretty unhappy about it” (Clive Egleton, A Different Drummer, 1985). This metaphoric expression alludes to perceiving something being brought or blown by the wind. [Late 1500s] Also see get wind of; something in the wind.

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Example Sentences

A small plane from local carrier Golden Bay Air tipped onto its side in the wind while parked at the airport with no-one aboard.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Some beachgoers say that when they flap in the wind, Shibumis are so loud that it’s hard to hold a conversation under or even near one.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

McCamish pointed to a nearby stand of cottonwood trees rustling in the wind.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

Few people thought that there'd ever be a day when the Old Firm were caught and for months and months we've all twisted in the wind on that one.

From BBC • May 13, 2026

But then I notice Lisa-Marie Anne running toward us, her curly blonde hair flying in the wind, and wish I was still hearing about my brother’s career goals.

From "South of Somewhere" by Kalena Miller

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