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into thin air
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当某物可疑地消失时
used to refer to a someone or something that suddenly disappears, particularly in a way that is mysterious or suspicious
What is the origin of the idiom "into thin air" and when to use it?
The idiom "into thin air" can be traced back to William Shakespeare's play "The Tempest," written around 1610-1611. Over time, this phrase gained popularity and became a commonly used expression to describe something disappearing completely without a trace.
例子
He had the winning lottery ticket in his hand one moment, and now it's gone into thin air.
The magician hooded the dove before making it disappear into thin air.
As the fog lifted, the mysterious figure seemed to vanish into thin air.
After the grand finale, the fireworks will burst into vibrant colors and then dissolve into thin air.
The suspect escaped from the room, seemingly melting into thin air.
