
Hanapin
in the wind
01
running away in an attempt not to get caught
Example
The fugitive is in the wind, having eluded capture once again.
The thief made off with the stolen jewels and is now in the wind.
02
used to describe something that probably happens in near future
Example
She probably knew that something was in the wind but chose not to enquire too closely about it.
There are some major changes in the wind.
03
no longer within reach and sight of others
Example
The victim is in the wind despite two months of efforts to find him.
The runaway teenager was in the wind for a few days before being found.