in the wind

phrase

: about to happen : astir, afoot
change is in the wind

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Blue paper lanterns swayed in the wind, and people wore traditional Japanese garments to complete the atmosphere. Meredith Nierman, NPR, 17 July 2026 But rumors so much as linking Sporting KC to a major player suggest change really could be in the wind. Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 15 July 2026 The structure moves around in the wind and rain; hopefully this will not be the weather on this baroudeur’s stage on July 12. Andy McGrath, New York Times, 11 July 2026 It can now be found at the Joshua Tree Retreat Center, where more people can see it and send a message in the wind. Staff Photographer, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in the wind

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“In the wind.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20wind. Accessed 26 Jul. 2026.

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