something in the wind

something in the wind

Something rumored, anticipated, or intuited to happen or take place. There has been something in the wind among a lot of people lately that a major shakeup is about to take place among the company's leadership.
See also: something, wind
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

something in the wind

A secret plan or undertaking, as in I think there's something in the wind for Mom and Dad's anniversary. This expression alludes to the carrying of a scent by the wind. [First half of 1500s]
See also: something, wind
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Idioms by Christine Ammer.
See also:
  • a straw will show which way the wind blows
  • a slew of (something)
  • a slue of (something)
  • a/the feel of (something)
  • (I) wouldn't (do something) if I were you
  • a crack at (someone or something)
  • (there's) no fear of (something)
  • all right
  • (you) wanna make something of it?
  • all for the best