how the wind blows

how the wind blows

What appears probable or likely; how a certain course or situation is likely to develop. The politician is waiting to see how the wind blows regarding public opinion on the issue before deciding how to take action. It looks like I might be considered for the job, but I'm waiting to see how the wind blows.
See also: blow, how, wind
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • the way the wind blows
  • the way the wind is blowing
  • way the wind blows, which
  • which way the wind blows
  • which way the wind lies
  • how the wind lies
  • What's the betting (line)
  • what's the betting...?
  • as likely as not
  • likely as not
References in periodicals archive
In the Opera House or in temporary exile, Tomasson's troupe on home ground is like the 49ers at Candlestick Park: No matter how the wind blows, the team can do no wrong.