wind in

Example Sentences

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Rising oil prices are putting wind in the sails of oil and gas companies — but only for so long.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 23, 2026

Even in the adrenaline-fueled shipping industry, billionaire George Prokopiou has long been renowned for sailing close to the wind in pursuit of profit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 6, 2026

Clubs in other leagues have shown it is possible to wind in dominant rivals through shrewd recruitment.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

In another scene, she chases a lovelorn boy to the roof of a local building, remaining there to enjoy the view and the wind in her hair after he’s descended.

From Salon • Feb. 4, 2026

It was there in the crisp winter air, in the stars, in the wind, in the darkness.

From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman