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noun (1)

ˈwind How to pronounce wind (audio)
Definition of windnext
1
as in blow
noticeable movement of air in a particular direction there's a wind coming from underneath the front door

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2
as in tide
a prevailing or general movement or inclination the winds of public opinion are changing on this issue

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3
as in rhetoric
language that is impressive-sounding but not meaningful or sincere the speech contained nothing of substance and was just a lot of wind

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wind

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noun (2)

ˈwīnd How to pronounce wind (audio)
as in curvature
something that curves or is curved there's one last easterly wind to the river before it empties into the sea

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wind

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verb

ˈwīnd How to pronounce wind (audio)
1
as in to curl
to follow a circular or spiral course flowering vines wind around the porch's graceful columns

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2
as in to worm
to introduce in a gradual, secret, or clever way self-interest winds itself into everything that he does—even his alleged favors for other people

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Recent Examples of wind
Noun
The administration’s war on wind power is also likely to come under scrutiny and may ensnare Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 6 Nov. 2026 Scientists and engineers there build household structures — from decks to sheds to single family homes — and subject them to literal trials by fire, hail, and hurricane force wind. — Alexi Horowitz-Ghazi, NPR, 6 Nov. 2026
Verb
There’s something to be said for skipping the drive and taking the train instead, especially when the journey winds through some of the Northeast’s prettiest scenery. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026 To my right, the edge of a brushy swale wound its way down to the big willow swamp 200 yards away. — Don J. Dinndorf, Outdoor Life, 31 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for wind
Recent Examples of Synonyms for wind
  1. blow
  2. tide
  3. rhetoric
  4. curvature
  5. curl
  6. worm
  7. breeze
  8. direction
Noun
  • Toney is one of the leaders on the team, so losing him before the biggest game of the regular season was a tough blow.
    — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 8 Nov. 2026
  • While the announcement doesn’t guarantee that Eisenkot will be the next prime minister, Herzog’s decision is another blow to Netanyahu, who lost his parliamentary majority in the election.
    — Melanie Lidman, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of blow
Noun
  • Much of the underlying tide of Tuesday’s elections stemmed from Americans’ growing frustration with the massive wealth and power being accrued by billionaires, of which Musk is the most notable example.
    — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Polls have consistently shown Raman is heavily favored by younger voters, who tend to vote later than older people and whose late-arriving ballots are considered likely to turn the tide in her favor.
    — Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of tide
Noun
  • There may be no bias as prevalent in politics and rhetoric as recency bias, the inclination to give disproportionate emphasis to recent events and statements rather than historical overview and contemplation.
    — Richard E. Vatz, Baltimore Sun, 8 Nov. 2026
  • And the activists’ friends become concerned, urging them to soften the rhetoric.
    — Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of rhetoric
Noun
  • Related Articles This design, hailing from the mind of Maximilian Davis, is flapper-esque, crafted without sleeves or curvature, a straight up-and-down style reminiscent of a garçonne dress.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Most recently introduced monitors of this size have a slight curvature.
    — Zackery Cuevas, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of curvature
Verb
  • Cue designs that turn the alligator into articulated geometries that rest against the collarbone, dangle from earlobes or curl around fingers and wrists.
    — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 6 Nov. 2026
  • For formal occasions, Diana often swept her layers away from her face, letting the ends curl outward beneath her dazzling jewels.
    — Amanda Le, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of curl
Verb
  • When watching the finished film, Howe realized their early life experiences wormed their way into the screenplay, too.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Over the next several decades, and countless strangulations, Homer and Bart wormed their way into our hearts.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of worm
Noun
  • Even by Los Angeles standards, the weather on Sunday, July 9, 2023, was almost impossibly perfect—sunshine, low 70s, and a cool breeze—as if Hollywood itself has been dropped into the fantasy world of Barbie Land.
    — Serena Turner, Vanity Fair, 3 Nov. 2026
  • Each one features a discreet zipper for a streamlined look, plus a wide opening that makes pillow insertion a breeze.
    — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of breeze
Noun
  • In some applications, the process can also work in the opposite direction.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Politics is cyclical, and swing voters have proved consistently in recent years that their loyalties tend in no particular direction.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of direction

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“Wind.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/wind. Accessed 10 Nov. 2026.

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