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into thin air
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used to refer to a someone or something that suddenly disappears, particularly in a way that is mysterious or suspicious
IdiomWhat 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.
Examples
The magician waves his hand, and the coin disappears into thin air.
She looks away for a second, and the bird vanishes into thin air.
