the way the wind is blowing

the way the wind is blowing

What appears probable or likely; how a certain course or situation is likely to develop. The politician is waiting to see the way the wind blows regarding public opinion on the issue before deciding how to take action. Our next strategy with this project depends on the way the wind is blowing in the focus test.
See also: blow, way, wind
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • the way the wind blows
  • way the wind blows, which
  • how the wind blows
  • 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