something in the wind

Idioms  

1. A secret plan or undertaking, as in I think there's something in the wind for Mom and Dad's anniversary. This expression alludes to the carrying of a scent by the wind. [First half of 1500s]

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something in the wind

Hopefully things will turn around, the guys might find something in the wind tunnel and we will have it at the next race.

From The Guardian ● May 17, 2010

"I begin to feel all of a sweat, Hucky; I'm sure there's something in the wind yet!" said Titmouse, drawing nearer still to his comforter.

From Ten Thousand a-Year. Volume 1. by Samuel Warren

Each wore an air of serious importance, and Holm at once suspected something in the wind.

From Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport by Anthon Bernhard Elias Nilsen

Holm perceived that there was something in the wind, and refrained from further inquiries.

From Dry Fish and Wet Tales from a Norwegian Seaport by Anthon Bernhard Elias Nilsen

"Nevertheless, I fear I shall have to ask you to change your quarters," went on the major, and by the quizzical smile on his face the boys guessed that there was something in the wind.

From Air Service Boys Over The Rhine Fighting Above The Clouds by Charles Amory Beach