Definition
When something is described as being 'in the wind,' it means it is the subject of widespread discussion and speculation, suggesting a possibility of it happening but without any certainty.
Rumors about a company restructuring are in the wind.
Talk of a potential acquisition of the company is in the wind in the market.
Discussions about a new tax policy are in the wind.
When someone is described as being 'in the wind,' it indicates that they are missing, particularly after having escaped or fled.
The bank robbers are in the wind, and the police are in full pursuit.
After the prison break, several inmates are still in the wind.
The thief vanished into thin air and is now in the wind.